# Bunker Hill Community College — full catalog

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# Accounting Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- ACC-105 — Accounting Information Systems
- ACC-201 — Intermediate Accounting I
- ACC-202 — Intermediate Accounting II
- ACC-203 — Personal Income Tax
- ACC-207 — Cost Accounting
- ACC-216 — Managerial Accounting
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- FIN-106 — Introduction to Corporate Finance
- MAN-105 — Principles of Marketing
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAN-299 — Business Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1660

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# Biological Sciences: Biotechnology Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-120 — Introduction to Biotechnology
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
- BIO-205 — Microbiology & Lab
- BIO-207 — Cell Biology & Lab
- BIO-208 — Genetics and Lab
- BIO-261 — Advanced Laboratory Techniques in Biotechnology
- BIO-262 — Principles of Molecular Biotechnology
- CHM-121 — Principles of Organic & Chemistry W/Lab
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- CHM-251 — Organic Chemistry I and Lab
- CHM-252 — Organic Chemistry II and Lab
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENV-211 — Environmental Microbiology/Lab
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- SCI-150 — Forensic Science and Lab
- SCI-221 — Interpretation and Presentation of Scientific Research
- SCI-299 — Science Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1713

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# Biological Sciences: Medical Professions Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-120 — Introduction to Biotechnology
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- BIO-205 — Microbiology & Lab
- BIO-207 — Cell Biology & Lab
- BIO-208 — Genetics and Lab
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- CHM-251 — Organic Chemistry I and Lab
- CHM-252 — Organic Chemistry II and Lab
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- MAT-099 — Intermediate Algebra
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- NHP-180 — Medical Terminology
- PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
- PHY-202 — General Physics II/Lab
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab
- SCI-221 — Interpretation and Presentation of Scientific Research
- SCI-299 — Science Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1712

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# Biology Transfer Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-120 — Introduction to Biotechnology
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
- BIO-207 — Cell Biology & Lab
- BIO-208 — Genetics and Lab
- BIO-210 — Population Ecology & Lab
- BIO-261 — Advanced Laboratory Techniques in Biotechnology
- BIO-262 — Principles of Molecular Biotechnology
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- CHM-251 — Organic Chemistry I and Lab
- CHM-252 — Organic Chemistry II and Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENV-120 — Tropical Field Studies
- ENV-211 — Environmental Microbiology/Lab
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- MAT-099 — Intermediate Algebra
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
- PHY-202 — General Physics II/Lab
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab
- SCI-221 — Interpretation and Presentation of Scientific Research
- SCI-299 — Science Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1711

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# Biomedical Engineering Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- BME-100 — Biomedical Engineering I
- BME-200 — Biomedical Engineering II
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- CHM-251 — Organic Chemistry I and Lab
- CHM-252 — Organic Chemistry II and Lab
- CSC-237 — C++ Programming
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- ENR-260 — Engineering Statics
- ENR-271 — Circuit Analysis and Design I/Lab
- INT-299E — Learn and Earn Engineering Internship
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1710

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# Business Transfer Option, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAN-105 — Principles of Marketing
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-231 — Calculus for Management Science
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1662

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# Cardiac Sonography Option Full-time, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MIG-101 — Introduction to Ultrasound
- MIG-105 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation
- MIG-106 — Introduction to Cardiac Scanning
- MIG-109 — Patient Care for Medical Imaging
- MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I
- MIG-112 — Echo I
- MIG-115 — Interpretation I
- MIG-119 — Echo II
- MIG-201 — Echo III
- MIG-203 — Interpretation II
- MIG-205 — Vascular Ultrasound
- MIG-207 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation for the Cardiac Sonographer
- MIG-211 — Cardiac Sonography Clinical I
- MIG-213 — Cardiac Sonography Clinical II
- MIG-215 — Echo IV/Interpretation
- MIG-216 — Advanced Interpretation Seminar
- MIG-217 — Cardiac Sonography Clinical III
- PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1640

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# Chemistry Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-120 — Introduction to Biotechnology
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- CHM-251 — Organic Chemistry I and Lab
- CHM-252 — Organic Chemistry II and Lab
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab
- SCI-221 — Interpretation and Presentation of Scientific Research

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1709

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# Communication Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- COM-101 — Film As Art
- COM-102 — American Cinema
- COM-110 — Introduction to Communication
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- COM-172 — Organizational Communication
- COM-210 — Interpersonal Communication
- COM-211 — Communication & Gender
- COM-212 — Intercultural Communication
- COM-241 — Introduction to Journalism
- COM-242 — Digital Journalism
- COM-250 — Analyzing Media
- COM-254 — Digital Media & Society
- COM-272 — Strategic Communication
- COM-299 — Communication Internship
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENG-234 — Literary Publishing
- ENV-105 — Environmental Science/Lab
- LIT-203 — Literature in America I
- MAT-174 — Quantitative Reasoning
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-107 — Group Dynamics
- PSY-219 — Social Psychology
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SOC-227 — The Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
- SOC-229 — Sociology of Film
- VMA-262 — Video Techniques Lab
- VMA-263 — Video Concepts Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1652

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# Computer Information Systems Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-118 — Principles of Internet & Info Security
- CIT-128 — Database Design with MS Access
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-125 — Python Programming
- CSC-225 — Advanced Python Programming
- CSC-242 — Data Structures
- CSC-284 — Advanced C++/OOP
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1673

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# Computer Science Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-236 — SQL Programming
- CSC-237 — C++ Programming
- CSC-239 — JAVA Programming
- CSC-240 — Database Programming
- CSC-242 — Data Structures
- CSC-244 — Android Development With Kotlin
- CSC-284 — Advanced C++/OOP
- CSC-285 — Advanced Java Programming
- CSC-287 — Survey New Popular OOPL for Programmers
- CSC-299 — Computer Science Internship
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- MAT-291 — Linear Algebra
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1707

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# Computer Science Transfer Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-236 — SQL Programming
- CSC-237 — C++ Programming
- CSC-239 — JAVA Programming
- CSC-240 — Database Programming
- CSC-242 — Data Structures
- CSC-244 — Android Development With Kotlin
- CSC-284 — Advanced C++/OOP
- CSC-285 — Advanced Java Programming
- CSC-287 — Survey New Popular OOPL for Programmers
- CSC-299 — Computer Science Internship
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- MAT-291 — Linear Algebra
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1706

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# Criminal Justice Career Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CRJ-101 — Introduction to Criminal Justice
- CRJ-102 — Juvenile Justice
- CRJ-103 — Criminal Law
- CRJ-107 — Introduction to Corrections
- CRJ-202 — Evidence and Ct Procedures
- CRJ-203 — Rehabilitation of the Offender
- CRJ-208 — Criminal Investigation
- CRJ-211 — Criminal Procedure
- CRJ-225 — Policing
- CRJ-275 — Criminal Justice Capstone
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SCI-150 — Forensic Science and Lab
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SOC-207 — Criminology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1691

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# Criminal Justice Transfer Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CRJ-101 — Introduction to Criminal Justice
- CRJ-103 — Criminal Law
- CRJ-107 — Introduction to Corrections
- CRJ-211 — Criminal Procedure
- CRJ-225 — Policing
- CRJ-275 — Criminal Justice Capstone
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SCI-150 — Forensic Science and Lab
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SOC-207 — Criminology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1692

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# Culinary Arts Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-115 — Nutrition Science & Lab
- CUL-101 — Culinary Fundamentals
- CUL-111 — Food Service Sanitation and Skills
- CUL-115 — Culinary Foundations 1
- CUL-117 — The Science of Food & Cooking
- CUL-125 — Baking Foundations 1
- CUL-135 — Culinary Foundations 2
- CUL-211 — Menu Design and Purchasing
- CUL-215 — Culinary Foundations 3
- CUL-225 — Essentials of Dining Service
- CUL-235 — International Cuisines
- CUL-245 — Culinary Capstone: Food and Beverage Operations
- CUL-299 — Culinary Arts Internship
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAT-100 — Topics in Career Math
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1725

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# Cybersecurity Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-121 — Introduction to Computer Forensics
- CIT-122 — Information Technology Ethics
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-167 — CISCO Networking II
- CIT-182 — PC Hardware & Software
- CIT-262 — Wireless Technology
- CIT-264 — IT Security
- CIT-267 — CISCO Networking III
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems
- CIT-270 — Linux Administration/Lab
- CIT-275 — Information Security Seminar
- CIT-276 — Dev Sec Ops
- CIT-278 — Penetration Testing
- CIT-299C — Computer Technology Internship
- CIT-299N — Networking Internship
- CSC-125 — Python Programming
- CSC-225 — Advanced Python Programming
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1676

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# Data Analytics Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-130 — Data Visualization
- CIT-137 — Intro to Big Data with R & R-Studio
- CIT-187 — Data Analytics and Predictive Analysis
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems
- CIT-299C — Computer Technology Internship
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-125 — Python Programming
- CSC-225 — Advanced Python Programming
- CSC-236 — SQL Programming
- CSC-240 — Database Programming
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-291 — Linear Algebra

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1678

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# Early Childhood Development, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ECE-101 — Guidance and Discipline
- ECE-103 — Child Growth and Development
- ECE-104 — Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
- ECE-106 — Program Environments
- ECE-108 — Infant/Toddler Curriculum Development
- ECE-116 — Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- ECE-118 — Pedagogy of Play
- ECE-119 — Field Experience in ECE
- ECE-202 — Issues in Early Childhood Education
- ECE-207 — Literacy Development and Learning for Children
- ECE-208 — Exceptional Lrnrs:Intro to Special Educ
- ECE-209 — Math Concepts & Learning for Children
- ECE-210 — Science Concepts & Learning for Children
- ECE-212 — Families/Community in Early Childhood Ed
- ECE-213 — Child Care Administration I
- ECE-215 — Supervisor in Early Childhood Education
- ECE-217 — Observation/ Recording Behavior
- ECE-220 — Practicum in Early Childhood Education I
- ECE-221 — Practicum/Early Childhood Education II
- ECE-223 — CDA Professional Portfolio&Practicum
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- LIT-217 — Children’s Literature I
- LIT-218 — Children’s Literature II
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-201 — Learning and Memory
- SOC-203 — Social Problems
- SOC-211 — The Family

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1696

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# Education Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-105 — Introduction to Biology
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- ECE-103 — Child Growth and Development
- ECE-104 — Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
- ECE-106 — Program Environments
- ECE-108 — Infant/Toddler Curriculum Development
- ECE-207 — Literacy Development and Learning for Children
- ECE-208 — Exceptional Lrnrs:Intro to Special Educ
- ECE-209 — Math Concepts & Learning for Children
- ECE-210 — Science Concepts & Learning for Children
- ECE-212 — Families/Community in Early Childhood Ed
- ECE-213 — Child Care Administration I
- ECE-215 — Supervisor in Early Childhood Education
- ECE-223 — CDA Professional Portfolio&Practicum
- ECE-224 — CDA Professional Portfolio&Practicum2
- EDU-102 — Becoming a Teacher: A Learning Community Seminar
- EDU-103 — Introduction & Foundations of Education
- EDU-220 — Practicum in Instruction
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENV-105 — Environmental Science/Lab
- HIS-111 — History of Pre-Modern World
- HIS-151 — US History: Colonization through the Civil War
- HIS-152 — US History: Reconstruction to Present
- LIT-217 — Children’s Literature I
- LIT-218 — Children’s Literature II
- MAT-172 — Contemporary Math I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1728

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# Electric Power Utility Program - A Partnership with EVERSOURCE, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-095 — Writing Skills II
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- EPU-101 — DC Circuit Theory & Lab
- EPU-104 — AC Circuit Theory/Lab
- EPU-151 — Fundamentals of Single Phase and Polyphase Metering
- EPU-203 — Intro to Underground Operations
- EPU-205 — Introduction to Substation Operations
- EPU-207 — Introduction to Overhead Linework
- EPU-251 — Electric Power/Utility Tech Internship
- EPU-257 — Power and Distribution Systems
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAT-097 — Foundations of Algebra
- MAT-193 — Topics in Algebra/Trigonometry
- PHY-191 — Introduction to Physics/ Lab
- PSY-107 — Group Dynamics
- VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1680

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# Electrical Engineering Transfer Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-237 — C++ Programming
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- ENR-271 — Circuit Analysis and Design I/Lab
- ENR-272 — Circuit Analysis and Design II/Lab
- ENR-275 — Digital Logic Systems/Lab
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- MAT-291 — Linear Algebra
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1703

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# Engineering Transfer Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- ENR-260 — Engineering Statics
- ENR-265 — Engineering Dynamics
- ENR-267 — Strength of Materials
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1701

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# English Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENG-115 — Writing Tutor Seminar
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1653

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# English: Creative Writing Option, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- COM-101 — Film As Art
- COM-102 — American Cinema
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENG-115 — Writing Tutor Seminar
- ENG-203 — Creative Writing Workshop
- ENG-231 — Introduction to Fiction Writing
- ENG-232 — Introduction to Poetry Writing
- ENG-233 — Intro to Creative Nonfiction Writing
- ENG-234 — Literary Publishing
- MUS-208 — Songwriting
- THR-115 — Playwriting

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1654

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# Entrepreneurship Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- ACC-105 — Accounting Information Systems
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- BUS-207 — Professional Communication
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- INT-299B — Learn and Earn Business Internship
- MAN-105 — Principles of Marketing
- MAN-107 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAN-201 — Management Seminar
- MAN-204 — Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- MAN-299 — Business Internship
- MAT-181 — Statistics I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1664

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# Environmental Science, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
- BIO-210 — Population Ecology & Lab
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- ECO-220 — Environmental Economics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENV-105 — Environmental Science/Lab
- ENV-111 — Survey of Renewable Energy
- ENV-113 — Introduction to Oceanography/Lab
- ENV-115 — Earth Science
- ENV-120 — Tropical Field Studies
- ENV-211 — Environmental Microbiology/Lab
- ENV-222 — Environmental Policy, Law, and Management
- ENV-250 — Global Environmental Change
- GIS-224 — Intro to Geographic Information Systems
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
- PHY-202 — General Physics II/Lab
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1700

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# Finance Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- BUS-207 — Professional Communication
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- FIN-106 — Introduction to Corporate Finance
- FIN-111 — Investments
- FIN-112 — Personal Finance
- FIN-210 — Financial Management
- FIN-211 — Money and Banking
- FIN-213 — Mutual Fund Industry
- INT-299B — Learn and Earn Business Internship
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAN-299 — Business Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1665

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# Fire Protection and Safety Program, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CHM-120 — Principles of Inorganic Chemistry & Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- FPS-107 — Fire Company Officership
- FPS-111 — Fire Service, This Century and the Next, What Should We Expect?
- FPS-119 — Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival
- FPS-123 — Principles of Emergency Services
- FPS-125 — Hazardous Materials Chemistry
- FPS-127 — Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply
- FPS-133 — Fire Protection Systems
- FPS-135 — Fire Behavior and Combustion
- FPS-139 — Fire Prevention Services Safety and Survival
- FPS-221 — Strategy and Tactics
- FPS-223 — Building Construction for Fire Protection
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1694

---

# Gaming/Computer Artist Track Simulation Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CMT-101 — Game Development Essentials
- CMT-103 — Managing Game Development
- CMT-119 — The Human Character
- CMT-121 — Maya Foundations
- CMT-123 — Maya Character Modeling
- CMT-129 — Photoshop for Gaming
- CMT-217 — 3D Modeling & Sculpting
- CMT-223 — Maya Character Animation
- CMT-229 — Creating 3-D Special Effects
- CMT-249 — 3D Liquids Simulation
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-172 — Contemporary Math I
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation
- VMA-110 — Audio for Media

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1687

---

# Gaming/Computer Programming Track Simulation Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CMT-101 — Game Development Essentials
- CMT-103 — Managing Game Development
- CMT-119 — The Human Character
- CMT-121 — Maya Foundations
- CMT-123 — Maya Character Modeling
- CMT-223 — Maya Character Animation
- CMT-229 — Creating 3-D Special Effects
- CMT-231 — MEL Scripting in Maya
- CMT-232 — Game Engines
- CMT-249 — 3D Liquids Simulation
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-172 — Contemporary Math I
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation
- VMA-110 — Audio for Media

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1688

---

# General Sonography Option Full-time, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MIG-101 — Introduction to Ultrasound
- MIG-105 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation
- MIG-109 — Patient Care for Medical Imaging
- MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I
- MIG-205 — Vascular Ultrasound
- PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SON-113 — Cross Sectional Anatomy
- SON-115 — Abdominal Ultrasound
- SON-116 — Obstetrical/Gynecological Sonography I
- SON-117 — Ultrasound Scanning and Pathology
- SON-121 — General Sonography Clinical I
- SON-123 — General Sonography Clinical II
- SON-213 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation for the General Sonographer
- SON-215 — Advanced General Sonography I
- SON-216 — Subspecialty Sonography and Neurosonography
- SON-217 — Advanced General Sonography II
- SON-221 — Obstetrical and Gynecological II
- SON-223 — General Sonography Clinical III
- SON-225 — General Sonography Clinical IV
- SON-227 — General Sonography Clinical V

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1642

---

# Global Languages Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- FRE-101 — Elementary French I
- FRE-102 — Elementary French II
- GEO-101 — World Regional Geography
- HIS-102 — History of Modern Europe in Global Cont Renaissance
- HIS-103 — Ancient, Classical & Medieval History
- HIS-111 — History of Pre-Modern World
- HIS-112 — Modern World History
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- LIT-211 — Masterpieces of World Literature I
- LIT-212 — Masterpieces of World Literature II
- PSC-101 — Government/Politics in US
- PSC-220 — Introduction to International Relations
- REL-111 — World Religions
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SPN-101 — Elementary Spanish I
- SPN-102 — Elementary Spanish II
- SPN-201 — Intermediate Spanish I
- SPN-202 — Intermediate Spanish II
- SPN-280 — Spanish for Heritage Speakers

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1655

---

# Health Science, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- BIO-115 — Nutrition Science & Lab
- BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- BIO-205 — Microbiology & Lab
- CHM-120 — Principles of Inorganic Chemistry & Lab
- CHM-121 — Principles of Organic & Chemistry W/Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I
- PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-213 — Human Growth and Development
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1731

---

# History Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HIS-112 — Modern World History
- HIS-117 — Women in U.S. History
- HIS-121 — Found. of Historical Thinking & Analysis
- HIS-151 — US History: Colonization through the Civil War
- HIS-152 — US History: Reconstruction to Present
- HIS-231 — African American History
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- MAT-181 — Statistics I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1630

---

# Hospitality Management, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- BIO-115 — Nutrition Science & Lab
- BUS-207 — Professional Communication
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- GEO-101 — World Regional Geography
- HRT-105 — Hospitality Seminar
- HRT-109 — Hospitality Sales and Marketing
- HRT-112 — Food and Beverage Management
- HRT-117 — Hospitality Law
- HRT-119 — Meeting and Event Management
- HRT-121 — Business in Hospitality
- HRT-131 — Front Office Operations
- HRT-134 — Culinary Operations
- HRT-210 — Hotel/Rest/Tour Field Exp Internship
- HRT-224 — Hospitality Finance
- HRT-231 — Advanced Lodging Operations
- INT-299H — Learn and Earn Hospitality Internship
- MAT-171 — Finite Mathematics
- MAT-172 — Contemporary Math I
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1736

---

# Human Services, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- AHE-104 — Understd Hum Beh for Health Care Prof, Behavior for the Health Care Professional
- ECE-103 — Child Growth and Development
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- GEO-101 — World Regional Geography
- HSV-101 — Intro Human Services W/Field Practice
- HSV-112 — Addiction
- HSV-214 — Ethics in Human Services
- HSV-215 — Introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling
- HSV-216 — Pre-Practicum Prep With Field Experience
- HSV-217 — Current Issues in Human Services
- HSV-218 — Case Management in Human Services
- HSV-220 — Practicum in Human Services I
- HSV-221 — Practicum in Human Services II
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- INT-101 — Introduction to Yoga Studies
- PSC-101 — Government/Politics in US
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-107 — Group Dynamics
- PSY-141 — Social Aspects of Aging
- PSY-215 — Counseling
- PSY-224 — Adolescent & Adult Development
- PSY-227 — Abnormal Psychology
- PSY-233 — Intro to Psychiatric Rehabilitation
- REL-111 — World Religions
- SOC-206 — Juvenile Delinquency
- SOC-227 — The Sociology of Race and Ethnicity

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1632

---

# Information Technology Transfer Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-118 — Principles of Internet & Info Security
- CIT-121 — Introduction to Computer Forensics
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-219 — Information Security & Assurance
- CIT-221 — Advanced Computer Forensics
- CIT-223 — Special Topics in Digital and Computer Forensics
- CIT-264 — IT Security
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems
- CIT-270 — Linux Administration/Lab
- CIT-282 — MS Windows Administration/Lab Network
- CMT-111 — HTML5
- CRJ-103 — Criminal Law
- CRJ-202 — Evidence and Ct Procedures
- CRJ-245 — Cyber Crime: Justice in the Virtual World
- CSC-125 — Python Programming
- CSC-225 — Advanced Python Programming
- CSC-236 — SQL Programming
- CSC-240 — Database Programming
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- MAT-231 — Calculus for Management Science

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1684

---

# Integrated Media Design Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- VMA-100 — Cultures and Careers in Visual Art
- VMA-102 — Visual Design: Composition and Color
- VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation
- VMA-105 — Digital Imaging With Photoshop
- VMA-106 — Digital Imaging for Artists and Designers
- VMA-110 — Audio for Media
- VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media
- VMA-115 — The Moving Image
- VMA-129 — Visual Design with HTML & CSS
- VMA-130 — Social Media Strategy
- VMA-132 — Typography I, Form, Style, & Hierarchy
- VMA-133 — Typography II: Layout, Typesetting, and Systems
- VMA-140 — Media in Motion
- VMA-161 — Introduction to Digital Photography
- VMA-232 — Visual Design Lab I
- VMA-261 — Digital Photography Techniques
- VMA-262 — Video Techniques Lab
- VMA-263 — Video Concepts Lab
- VMA-275 — Interactive Design I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1716

---

# Liberal Arts, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1656

---

# Management Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- BUS-207 — Professional Communication
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- FIN-106 — Introduction to Corporate Finance
- INT-299B — Learn and Earn Business Internship
- MAN-105 — Principles of Marketing
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAN-201 — Management Seminar
- MAN-299 — Business Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1666

---

# Mathematics Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-237 — C++ Programming
- CSC-239 — JAVA Programming
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-197 — Precalculus
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- MAT-291 — Linear Algebra
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1698

---

# Medical Imaging, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1639

---

# Medical Laboratory Technician, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- BIO-205 — Microbiology & Lab
- CHM-120 — Principles of Inorganic Chemistry & Lab
- CHM-121 — Principles of Organic & Chemistry W/Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MLT-101 — Introduction to Medical Lab Science and Urinalysis
- MLT-211 — Hematology & Hemostasis
- MLT-212 — Medical Microbiology & Lab
- MLT-213 — Immunology & Serology
- MLT-241 — Immunohematology
- MLT-242 — Clinical Chemistry
- MLT-243 — Parasitology and Mycology
- MLT-251 — Clinical Laboratory Sciences Practicum
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1697

---

# Medical Radiography Option Full-time, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MIG-107 — Introduction to Medical Radiography
- MIG-109 — Patient Care for Medical Imaging
- MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I
- MIG-120 — Radiologic Imaging I
- MIG-122 — Positioning I
- MIG-124F — FT Medical Radiography Clinical I
- MIG-126 — Positioning II
- MIG-128F — Full Time Medical Radiography II
- MIG-220 — Positioning III
- MIG-222F — Full-Time Medical Radiography Clin III
- MIG-224 — Radiologic Technology II
- MIG-226 — Radiologic Imaging II
- MIG-227 — Pharmacology of Radiology
- MIG-228F — Full-Time Medical Radiography Clin V
- MIG-230 — Radiation Protection
- MIG-234 — CT/Cross Section Anatomy
- MIG-236F — FT Medical Radiography Clinical V
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1646

---

# Medical Radiography Option Part-time, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MIG-107 — Introduction to Medical Radiography
- MIG-109 — Patient Care for Medical Imaging
- MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I
- MIG-120 — Radiologic Imaging I
- MIG-122 — Positioning I
- MIG-124P — Part Time Medical Radiography Clinical I
- MIG-126 — Positioning II
- MIG-128P — Part Time Medical Radiography Clin II
- MIG-220 — Positioning III
- MIG-222P — Part Time Medical Radiography Clin III
- MIG-224 — Radiologic Technology II
- MIG-226 — Radiologic Imaging II
- MIG-227 — Pharmacology of Radiology
- MIG-228P — Part-Time Medical Radiography Clin V
- MIG-230 — Radiation Protection
- MIG-234 — CT/Cross Section Anatomy
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1647

---

# Music Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HIS-112 — Modern World History
- MUS-101 — Music Fundamentals
- MUS-103 — Introduction to Music Theory
- MUS-105 — Music Theory and Aural Skills I
- MUS-106 — Music Theory and Aural Skills II
- MUS-110 — Chamber Music Ensemble
- MUS-113 — Jazz Ensemble
- MUS-116 — Popular Music Ensemble
- MUS-120 — College Choir
- MUS-125 — Latin Music Ensemble
- MUS-128 — Songwriting Ensemble
- MUS-130 — Music Appreciation
- MUS-151 — Beginning Piano
- MUS-171 — Intro to Music Technology
- MUS-180 — Introduction to the Music Business
- MUS-190C — Applied Music for Beginners: Keyboards
- MUS-195 — Applied Music I
- MUS-195C — Applied Music I: Keyboards
- MUS-233 — Music History I
- MUS-234 — Music History II
- MUS-295 — Applied Music II

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1657

---

# Paralegal Studies, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-115 — Nutrition Science & Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CRJ-103 — Criminal Law
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENV-105 — Environmental Science/Lab
- PLG-101 — Introduction to Law
- PLG-102 — Legal Research & Writing
- PLG-103 — Litigation
- PLG-104 — Legal Ethics
- PLG-105 — Practical Legal Writing
- PLG-201 — Family Law
- PLG-202 — Business Organizations
- PLG-203 — Real Estate Law
- PLG-204 — Wills, Estates and Trusts
- PLG-299 — Paralegal Internship
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-107 — Group Dynamics
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1717

---

# Paramedic Studies, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- EMS-205 — Principles of Paramedicine I
- EMS-206 — Principles of Paramedicine II
- EMS-207 — Principles of Paramedicine III
- EMS-208 — Principles of Paramedicine IV
- EMS-214 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation I
- EMS-215 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation II
- EMS-216 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation III
- EMS-217 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation IV
- EMS-218 — Paramedic Field Internship
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1638

---

# Physics Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
- CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- MAT-281 — Calculus I
- MAT-282 — Calculus II
- MAT-283 — Calculus III
- MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
- MAT-291 — Linear Algebra
- PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
- PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab
- VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1699

---

# Political Science Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ECO-202 — Microeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- GEO-101 — World Regional Geography
- HIS-111 — History of Pre-Modern World
- HIS-112 — Modern World History
- HIS-151 — US History: Colonization through the Civil War
- HIS-152 — US History: Reconstruction to Present
- HON-200 — Honors Seminar
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSC-101 — Government/Politics in US
- PSC-150 — Introduction to Political Theory
- PSC-210 — State/Local Politics
- PSC-211 — Introduction to Comparative Politics
- PSC-220 — Introduction to International Relations
- REL-111 — World Religions

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1631

---

# Psychology Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-201 — Learning and Memory
- PSY-203 — Psychology of Personal Adjustment
- PSY-209 — Child Psychology
- PSY-213 — Human Growth and Development
- PSY-215 — Counseling
- PSY-219 — Social Psychology
- PSY-223 — Personality
- PSY-224 — Adolescent & Adult Development
- PSY-227 — Abnormal Psychology
- PSY-233 — Intro to Psychiatric Rehabilitation
- PSY-235 — Introduction to Behavioral Research
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1628

---

# Registered Nursing Program: Day/Alternative Options, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- BIO-205 — Microbiology & Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-097 — Foundations of Algebra
- NUR-120 — Foundation of Patient Centered Care
- NUR-150 — Patient Ctr Care-Adult & Mental Health
- NUR-220 — Paitent Ctr Care-Adults & Families
- NUR-250 — Patient Ctr Care-Adults W Multisystem
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-213 — Human Growth and Development
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1648

---

# Social Work Transfer, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HSV-216 — Pre-Practicum Prep With Field Experience
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-227 — Abnormal Psychology
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SOC-203 — Social Problems
- SOC-211 — The Family
- SWK-101 — Introduction to Social Work
- SWK-201 — Social Welfare Policy & Practice
- SWK-222 — Human Behavior in the Social Environment (Foundations)
- SWK-227 — Equity & Cultural Wealth in Social Work Practice
- SWK-255 — Interviewing and Documentation in Social Work

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1737

---

# Sociology Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
- MAT-171 — Finite Mathematics
- MAT-172 — Contemporary Math I
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
- SOC-109 — Cultural Anthropology
- SOC-203 — Social Problems
- SOC-204 — Sociology of Organizations
- SOC-211 — The Family
- SOC-227 — The Sociology of Race and Ethnicity

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1629

---

# Sport Management Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- BUS-207 — Professional Communication
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-130 — Data Visualization
- ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAN-107 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SPM-101 — Principles of Sport Management
- SPM-201 — Psychology of Sport
- SPM-211 — Sport Facility and Event Management
- SPM-215 — Sport Marketing and Promotion
- SPM-217 — Seminar in Sport Management
- SPM-299 — Sport Management Internship
- VMA-130 — Social Media Strategy

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1671

---

# Studio Arts Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- VMA-100 — Cultures and Careers in Visual Art
- VMA-102 — Visual Design: Composition and Color
- VMA-103 — Elements of Form
- VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation
- VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media
- VMA-112 — Art History: Prehistoric to Medieval
- VMA-113 — Art History: Renaissance-Contemporary
- VMA-118 — Elements of Time
- VMA-205 — Inventive Drawing
- VMA-207 — Figure Drawing
- VMA-221 — Multimedia Paint & Theory
- VMA-225 — Painting Concepts
- VMA-227 — Studio Portfolio

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1715

---

# Surgical Technology Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- MAT-097 — Foundations of Algebra
- NHP-180 — Medical Terminology
- PMT-103 — Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist I
- PMT-105 — Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist II
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- SGT-105 — Surgical Technology I
- SGT-106 — Surgical Technology II
- SGT-107 — Surgical Technology III
- SGT-117 — Asepsis for Surgical Technology
- SGT-208 — Surgical Technology IV
- SGT-209 — Role Transition in Surgical Technology
- SGT-216 — Surgical Seminar
- SGT-251 — Principles of Surgical Technology - Clinical

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1732

---

# Theatre Concentration, A.A.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- LIT-225 — Introduction to Dramatic Literature
- LIT-229 — Sophocles & Shakespeare
- MUS-195 — Applied Music I
- MUS-295 — Applied Music II
- THR-101 — Introduction to Theatre
- THR-110 — Directing
- THR-115 — Playwriting
- THR-130 — Introduction to Performance
- THR-131 — Acting for Theatre I
- THR-132 — Acting for Theatre II
- THR-150 — Introduction to Stagecraft
- THR-181 — Theatre Practicum I
- THR-195 — The Business of Theatre
- THR-201 — Theatre History I
- THR-202 — Theatre History II
- THR-235 — Acting for the Camera
- THR-282 — Theatre Practicum II
- THR-283 — Theatre Practicum III
- THR-299 — Theatre Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1658

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# Visual Design Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- VMA-100 — Cultures and Careers in Visual Art
- VMA-102 — Visual Design: Composition and Color
- VMA-103 — Elements of Form
- VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation
- VMA-105 — Digital Imaging With Photoshop
- VMA-106 — Digital Imaging for Artists and Designers
- VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media
- VMA-114 — History of Graphic Design
- VMA-118 — Elements of Time
- VMA-129 — Visual Design with HTML & CSS
- VMA-130 — Social Media Strategy
- VMA-132 — Typography I, Form, Style, & Hierarchy
- VMA-133 — Typography II: Layout, Typesetting, and Systems
- VMA-135 — Digital Illustration
- VMA-140 — Media in Motion
- VMA-205 — Inventive Drawing
- VMA-207 — Figure Drawing
- VMA-232 — Visual Design Lab I
- VMA-233 — Visual Design Lab II
- VMA-261 — Digital Photography Techniques
- VMA-262 — Video Techniques Lab
- VMA-275 — Interactive Design I
- VMA-299 — Visual & Media Arts Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1714

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# Web Development Option, A.S.
**Degree**

## Courses
- CMT-111 — HTML5
- CMT-113 — JavaScript
- CMT-117 — XML
- CMT-125 — Cascading Style Sheets
- CMT-225 — jQuery
- CMT-227 — Javascript Object Notation
- CMT-228 — Web Design With Ajax
- CMT-235 — Node.js
- CMT-241 — PHP/MySQL
- CMT-250 — Mobile Web Applications
- CMT-299 — Web Development Internship
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- ENG-112 — College Writing II
- VMA-105 — Digital Imaging With Photoshop
- VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media
- VMA-132 — Typography I, Form, Style, & Hierarchy

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1690

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# Accounting Information Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
- ACC-105 — Accounting Information Systems
- ACC-201 — Intermediate Accounting I
- ACC-202 — Intermediate Accounting II
- ACC-203 — Personal Income Tax
- ACC-207 — Cost Accounting
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- FIN-106 — Introduction to Corporate Finance
- MAT-181 — Statistics I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1659

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# Administrative Assistant Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- BUS-207 — Professional Communication
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- CMT-111 — HTML5
- COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
- FIN-106 — Introduction to Corporate Finance
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- NHP-180 — Medical Terminology
- OIM-115 — Administrative Technology and Procedures

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1738

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# Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CUL-101 — Culinary Fundamentals
- CUL-111 — Food Service Sanitation and Skills
- CUL-115 — Culinary Foundations 1
- CUL-119 — Cake Decorating
- CUL-125 — Baking Foundations 1
- CUL-126 — Baking Foundations 2
- CUL-219 — Classic and Contemporary Cakes
- CUL-243 — Hot and Cold Desserts

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1741

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# Central Processing Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- AHE-117 — Communication Skills for Health Care
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-090 — Writing Skills I
- NHP-180 — Medical Terminology
- SGT-109 — Central Processing I
- SGT-109A — Central Processing I Clinical
- SGT-110 — Central Processing II
- SGT-110A — Central Processing II Clinical
- SGT-111 — Central Processing Clinical

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1650

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# Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- AHE-120 — CNA/Home Health Aide Principles and Skills
- AHE-220 — Advanced Patient Care Technician Skills
- AHE-221 — Clinical Practicum for Patient Care Technician
- NHP-180 — Medical Terminology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1636

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# Data Analytics Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-137 — Intro to Big Data with R & R-Studio
- CIT-187 — Data Analytics and Predictive Analysis
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-125 — Python Programming
- CSC-236 — SQL Programming
- CSC-240 — Database Programming
- MAT-181 — Statistics I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1677

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# Data Management (Fast-Track) Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-137 — Intro to Big Data with R & R-Studio
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-236 — SQL Programming
- MAT-181 — Statistics I

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1679

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# Early Childhood Development Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ECE-101 — Guidance and Discipline
- ECE-103 — Child Growth and Development
- ECE-104 — Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
- ECE-108 — Infant/Toddler Curriculum Development
- ECE-116 — Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- ECE-119 — Field Experience in ECE

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1695

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# Entrepreneurship Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- ACC-105 — Accounting Information Systems
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- MAN-105 — Principles of Marketing
- MAN-107 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- MAN-111 — Principles of Management
- MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
- MAN-204 — Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1663

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# Excel Applications Support Specialist Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-118 — Principles of Internet & Info Security
- CIT-133 — Introduction to Microsoft Office
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-182 — PC Hardware & Software
- CIT-230 — Help Desk Techniques
- CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
- CIT-250 — Collaboration, Communication, and Integrating
- OIM-100 — PC Keyboarding Techniques

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1681

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# Fire Protection and Safety Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- FPS-111 — Fire Service, This Century and the Next, What Should We Expect?
- FPS-119 — Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival
- FPS-123 — Principles of Emergency Services
- FPS-125 — Hazardous Materials Chemistry
- FPS-127 — Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply
- FPS-133 — Fire Protection Systems
- FPS-135 — Fire Behavior and Combustion
- FPS-139 — Fire Prevention Services Safety and Survival
- FPS-221 — Strategy and Tactics
- FPS-223 — Building Construction for Fire Protection

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1693

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# Geographic Information Systems Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- BIO-105 — Introduction to Biology
- CHM-120 — Principles of Inorganic Chemistry & Lab
- CIT-130 — Data Visualization
- CSC-125 — Python Programming
- CSC-225 — Advanced Python Programming
- ECO-220 — Environmental Economics
- ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
- ENR-103 — Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drawing And Design
- ENV-105 — Environmental Science/Lab
- ENV-110 — Sustainable Resource Conservation
- ENV-111 — Survey of Renewable Energy
- ENV-112 — Indigenous Perspectives on Landscapes
- ENV-113 — Introduction to Oceanography/Lab
- ENV-115 — Earth Science
- ENV-222 — Environmental Policy, Law, and Management
- ENV-225 — Community Health and the Environment
- ENV-250 — Global Environmental Change
- GEO-101 — World Regional Geography
- GIS-224 — Intro to Geographic Information Systems
- GIS-225 — Advanced GIS
- GIS-230 — Introduction to Remote Sensing
- GIS-250 — Geographic Information Systems Capstone
- HIS-111 — History of Pre-Modern World
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- PSC-210 — State/Local Politics
- VMA-106 — Digital Imaging for Artists and Designers
- VMA-135 — Digital Illustration

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1742

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# Health IT Systems Support Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-167 — CISCO Networking II
- CIT-182 — PC Hardware & Software
- CIT-183 — Healthcare IT Concepts I
- CIT-262 — Wireless Technology
- CIT-267 — CISCO Networking III
- CIT-288 — Healthcare IT Concepts II

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1683

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# Hotel and Restaurant Management Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CUL-111 — Food Service Sanitation and Skills
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- HRT-112 — Food and Beverage Management
- HRT-121 — Business in Hospitality
- HRT-131 — Front Office Operations
- HRT-134 — Culinary Operations
- HRT-231 — Advanced Lodging Operations

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1724

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# IT Support Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-167 — CISCO Networking II
- CIT-182 — PC Hardware & Software
- CIT-230 — Help Desk Techniques
- CIT-262 — Wireless Technology
- CIT-264 — IT Security
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1734

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# Magnetic Resonance (MR) Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- MRC-111 — MR Concepts I
- MRC-211 — MR Concepts II
- MRC-299 — MR Clinical Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1643

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# Medical Assistant Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- AHE-104 — Understd Hum Beh for Health Care Prof, Behavior for the Health Care Professional
- AHE-110 — Principles of Clinical Practice
- AHE-112 — Medical Assistant Skills
- AHE-201 — Advanced Clinical Skills
- AHE-205 — Practicum Medical Assistant
- AHE-209 — Allied Health Practicum Seminar
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- ENG-095 — Writing Skills II
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- NHP-180 — Medical Terminology
- OIM-102 — Medical Computer Applications
- OIM-170 — Medical Office Procedures
- PSY-213 — Human Growth and Development
- SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1634

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# Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- MAT-181 — Statistics I
- MLA-120 — Medical Terminology Clinical Lab Prof
- MLA-121 — MLA I: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing
- MLA-222 — MLA II: Clinical Laboratory Techniques
- MLA-223 — MLA III: Clinical Practicum

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1645

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# Microsoft Applications Support Specialist Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- CIT-133 — Introduction to Microsoft Office
- CIT-230 — Help Desk Techniques
- CIT-233 — Advanced Microsoft Office
- CIT-250 — Collaboration, Communication, and Integrating
- OIM-100 — PC Keyboarding Techniques

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1669

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# Networking and Security Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
- CIT-167 — CISCO Networking II
- CIT-182 — PC Hardware & Software
- CIT-262 — Wireless Technology
- CIT-267 — CISCO Networking III
- CIT-268 — Operating Systems
- CIT-270 — Linux Administration/Lab
- CIT-279 — Cisco Network Security
- CSC-125 — Python Programming

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1733

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# Object Oriented Computer Programming and Design Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
- CSC-237 — C++ Programming
- CSC-239 — JAVA Programming
- CSC-242 — Data Structures
- CSC-244 — Android Development With Kotlin
- CSC-284 — Advanced C++/OOP
- CSC-285 — Advanced Java Programming
- CSC-287 — Survey New Popular OOPL for Programmers
- MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
- MAT-197 — Precalculus

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1704

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# Paraeducator Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ECE-208 — Exceptional Lrnrs:Intro to Special Educ
- EDU-103 — Introduction & Foundations of Education
- EDU-110 — Introduction to Curriculum Development and Instruction
- EDU-203 — Literacy in the Content Area
- EDU-204 — Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition
- EDU-205 — Teaching Mathematics in Grades K-8
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1739

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# Paralegal Studies Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CRJ-103 — Criminal Law
- PLG-101 — Introduction to Law
- PLG-102 — Legal Research & Writing
- PLG-103 — Litigation
- PLG-104 — Legal Ethics
- PLG-105 — Practical Legal Writing
- PLG-201 — Family Law
- PLG-202 — Business Organizations
- PLG-203 — Real Estate Law
- PLG-204 — Wills, Estates and Trusts
- PLG-299 — Paralegal Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1718

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# Paramedic Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
- EMS-205 — Principles of Paramedicine I
- EMS-206 — Principles of Paramedicine II
- EMS-207 — Principles of Paramedicine III
- EMS-208 — Principles of Paramedicine IV
- EMS-214 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation I
- EMS-215 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation II
- EMS-216 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation III
- EMS-217 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation IV
- EMS-218 — Paramedic Field Internship

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1637

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# Pharmacy Technician Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ENG-095 — Writing Skills II
- PMT-111 — Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technicians I
- PMT-112 — Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technicians II
- PMT-113 — Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technicians III
- PMT-299 — Pharmacy Practicum/Seminar

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1649

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# Professional Human Services Work Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- AHE-104 — Understd Hum Beh for Health Care Prof, Behavior for the Health Care Professional
- ENG-111 — College Writing I
- HSV-101 — Intro Human Services W/Field Practice
- HSV-112 — Addiction
- HSV-214 — Ethics in Human Services
- HSV-215 — Introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling
- HSV-218 — Case Management in Human Services
- HSV-219 — Current Issues for the Community Health Worker
- PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
- PSY-215 — Counseling
- PSY-227 — Abnormal Psychology
- PSY-233 — Intro to Psychiatric Rehabilitation

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1633

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# Sport Management Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
- BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
- BUS-201 — Business Law
- CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
- FIN-112 — Personal Finance
- MAN-107 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- SPM-101 — Principles of Sport Management
- SPM-211 — Sport Facility and Event Management
- SPM-215 — Sport Marketing and Promotion

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1670

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# Web Development Certificate
**Certificate**

## Courses
- CMT-111 — HTML5
- CMT-113 — JavaScript
- CMT-117 — XML
- CMT-125 — Cascading Style Sheets
- CMT-225 — jQuery
- CMT-228 — Web Design With Ajax
- CMT-241 — PHP/MySQL
- CMT-250 — Mobile Web Applications
- VMA-105 — Digital Imaging With Photoshop

Source: https://catalog.bhcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=1689

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# ACC-101 — Principles of Accounting I
3 credits · 3 hours
After a brief consideration of the meaning and purpose of accounting, this course explores the basic statements of an accounting system: the balance sheet, the income statement and the statement of owner’s equity. Students will examine the accounting cycle with an emphasis on the methods of accumulating and summarizing data generated by business transactions. Students will apply their manual accounting skills to an automated accounting system using general ledger software. Areas of concentration will include adjusting entries, closing process, inventory analysis, merchandising, transactions,…
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ELL-103

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# ACC-102 — Principles of Accounting II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will expand upon the basic concepts and theories that students learned in the Principles of Accounting I course. Students will be expected to apply their knowledge in a managerial decision-making mode. Areas studied include, but are not limited to, the following: examine long-term assets and liabilities; financial statement analysis; transactions unique to the corporate business structure; bonds payable. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-101

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# ACC-104 — Introduction to Accounting Software
1 credits · 1 hours
This course introduces students to Accounting Software with an emphasis on specific applications for accounting software. The modules covered include, among other topics: customer and vendor information, bill pay, and banking. It includes recording transactions, payroll and inventory control in a variety of business situations. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, RDG-095

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# ACC-105 — Accounting Information Systems
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to Accounting Information Systems. The course focuses upon integrated systems, set up, and applications. The modules covered include, among other topics: general ledger, report writing, invoicing, purchasing, inventory control, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipts, cash disbursements, payroll, and spreadsheet application. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-101, ENG-095, ELL-103, RDG-095

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# ACC-107 — Accounting Forensics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the auditing process and prepares them to perform forensic audit and examination in conformity with pertinent industry standards. Students will learn comprehensive perspectives and skills in regards to occupational fraud and the technicality of fraud examination including searching accounting information, obtaining documentary evidence, interviewing witnesses and potential suspects, and conducting forensic document examination. This course will also provide electronic techniques required to audit. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102

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# ACC-201 — Intermediate Accounting I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers, in detail, financial accounting, and generally accepted accounting principles. After a review of the accounting cycle, issues in revenue recognition and the time value of money are discussed. The four main financial statements are studied. Specific accounting issues pertaining to various current assets are covered. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102

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# ACC-202 — Intermediate Accounting II
3 credits · 3 hours
A continuation of Intermediate Accounting I ( ACC-201 ), this course discusses accounting problems for long-term assets, current, and long-term liabilities. Issues in investments leases, employee compensation, and taxes are covered. Accounting for shareholder equity and earnings per share are covered. The preparation of the statement of cash flow is studied. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-201

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# ACC-203 — Personal Income Tax
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides a comprehensive explanation of tax principles dealing with individuals and small businesses. The course covers modules in federal and state income tax processes, concepts, and applications as well as other topics. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102

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# ACC-204 — Business Income Tax
3 credits · 3 hours
This course discusses the theoretical tax concepts that are applicable to corporations, partnerships, and trusts. The course covers both effective tax research and planning techniques for these types of entities. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102

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# ACC-205 — Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
3 credits · 3 hours
This VITA internship provides an opportunity for students to perform a community service in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service and the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. The course trains students to assist taxpayers in filling out tax returns. There are several mandatory trainings that take place prior to the start of classes. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-203

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# ACC-207 — Cost Accounting
3 credits · 3 hours
After an introduction to the nature of cost accounting and key definitions, this course covers the accumulation of costs through a job order system and a process system. It also covers the accounting for and control of materials, labor, and factory overhead. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102

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# ACC-216 — Managerial Accounting
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the needs of management and provides students with the necessary analytical skills that become critical to the financial decision-making process. The course covers such areas as budgetary planning and control, cost information, management decision-making, cost volume profit analysis, capital budgeting decisions, and control of decentralized organizations. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-207

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# AHE-095 — Topics in Health Care
3 credits · 3 hours
This course increases understanding across a broad spectrum of health care topics using readings and writings as related to the core curriculum. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-101 — Medical Interpreting I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed for bilingual students interested in becoming integral members of the health care team in bridging the language and cultural gap between patients and providers. Students will examine issues related to interpreter ethics and the role of the interpreter in a variety of clinical settings. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, diagnoses, and medical treatments. Activities are designed to develop listening, memory, language-switching skills, and decision-making. This course will familiarize students with the cultural dimensions of health and illness in pre…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# AHE-102 — Medical Interpreting II
2 credits · 2 hours
A continuation of Medical Interpreting I, this course includes an in depth discussion of cross-cultural communication including values and attitudes toward non-traditional health beliefs. Students will examine issues such as giving bad news to patients, and dealing with difficulties between patients and health care providers. Other topics of discussion include prescription medicines, measurements for medical dosages, therapies and treatments, and medical insurance verbiage. Finally, chronic conditions such as asthma/COPD, HIV and diabetes as well as medical specialties such as mental health a…
Prerequisites: AHE-101

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# AHE-104 — Understd Hum Beh for Health Care Prof, Behavior for the Health Care Professional
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the challenges and responsibilities of healthcare professionals and college students. Discussions center on cross-cultural issues, human growth and development; and psychological and sociological factors involved in the patient healthcare professional relationship. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-106 — CNA Practicum Patient Care
1 credits · 1 hours
This course consists of a clinical practicum of 21 hours at a skilled nursing facility to fulfill the State Nurse Aide Certification requirement. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-110 — Principles of Clinical Practice
3 credits · 3 hours
This course includes topics in the anatomy and physiology of body systems, diseases and conditions, ethics in health care, communications, medical terminology and abbreviations, standard and transmission-based precautions, CPR, and selected clinical skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. The course is open to Allied Health certificate program students only. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-111 — Patient Care Skills
3 credits · 3 hours
This course, taken with CNA Practicum ( AHE-106 ) and Principles of Clinical Practice ( AHE-110 ), covers the patient care theory and skills required to take the Certified Nurse Aide and Home Health exams. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-112 — Medical Assistant Skills
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the skills and theory necessary for medical assistants in hospitals and clinics. Topics include setting up and assisting for physical and specialty examinations, minor surgical procedures, routine laboratory tests, and related medical terminology and abbreviations. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-115 — Phlebotomy/Medical Lab Theory
3 credits · 3 hours
This course teaches anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system and the process of collecting blood samples. This course meets the requirements necessary to sit for a phlebotomy certification exams by several private certification groups. Certification is the responsibility of the student. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: RDG-090, ENG-095, MAT-097

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# AHE-117 — Communication Skills for Health Care
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides the student with the skills to communicate effectively as an Allied Health Professional. The course includes discussions of verbal and non-verbal communication, professional communication and behavior, interviewing techniques, adapting communication to a patient’s ability to understand, patient education, cultural sensitivity, electronic communication, and fundamental writing skills. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-120 — CNA/Home Health Aide Principles and Skills
6 credits · 6 hours
This course introduces the student to the fundamental training and skills necessary to take the certified nurse aide and home health aide exams. Students learn the importance of professionalism and develop the traits, behaviors and skills that employers are demanding of today’s health care workers. Emphasis is placed, upon communication, safety, infection control procedures and basic personal care skills for patients/residents in sub-acute, long-term care and in an individual’s home. Topics include work ethics and performance, personal values, personal traits of the health care professional,…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# AHE-201 — Advanced Clinical Skills
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers advanced theory and skills for the patient care technician and medical assistant. Students are cross-trained in EKG and Phlebotomy. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: AHE-111, AHE-112

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# AHE-205 — Practicum Medical Assistant
3 credits · 3 hours
This course consists of a clinical practicum at local health care facilities. Students keep a daily journal and complete a work portfolio. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: AHE-112

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# AHE-206 — Practicum Phlebotomy Technician
3 credits · 3 hours
This course consists of a clinical practicum at local health care facilities. Students keep a daily journal and complete a work portfolio. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: AHE-110, AHE-115

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# AHE-209 — Allied Health Practicum Seminar
1 credits · 1 hours
This seminar is an inter-disciplinary course that provides a broad overview of the medical workplace. Taken concurrently with an Allied Health Practicum, it includes discussions of the internship experience, employment opportunities as well as job search skills. Pre/ AHE-204 must be taken either prior to or at the same time as AHE-209 for Patient Care Technician Certificate Program. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-220 — Advanced Patient Care Technician Skills
5 credits · 5 hours
This course will provide advanced theory and skills for the nursing assistant moving into an acute care setting as a patient care technician. Prepares students to perform specialized clinical procedures in the patient care setting. Based on the understanding of scientific principles, anatomic structures and physiologic processes students develop skills across the life span. The student will be introduced to a blend of hands on patient interaction and clinical skills. This course is developed to prepare competent caregivers to practice advanced skills. Class Meets 3 hrs lab; 2 hrs lec Ed. Cour…
Prerequisites: AHE-120

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# AHE-221 — Clinical Practicum for Patient Care Technician
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a credit worthy clinical experience that will provide the students with the ability to transfer knowledge and skill sets from the classroom to the clinical setting through direct patient care in the acute care setting environment. Students will be supervised by a registered nurse/qualified instructor that has had recent clinical experience in the acute care setting. Class Meets 80 hrs clin Pre/ Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# AHE-299 — Medical Interpreting Internship
1 credits · 1 hours
Students will be placed in a 30-hour internship to be completed over the course of the semester at a local healthcare facility under the direct supervision of a professional interpreter and mentor. This internship will consist entirely of active interpreting. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ARB-101 — Elementary Arabic I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a beginning class in modern standard Arabic. The course begins with exposure to the alphabet, basic vocabulary, and expressions of greetings. The course then focuses on the spoken and written language used in contemporary life in Arab countries. The course works on all skill areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, presenting pertinent grammar in context. The course is not intended for native speakers or students who have studied this language within the last three years. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# ARB-102 — Elementary Arabic II
3 credits · 3 hours
A continuation of Elementary Arabic I ( ARB-101 ), this course emphasizes conversational skills and sentence structure. The course stresses practical applications of the Arabic language. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ARB-101

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# AST-102 — Astronomy/ Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course covers an introductory study of basic astronomy, including the planets, the apparent motions of celestial objects, the seasons, constellations, comets and meteors, stars, galaxies, and the large-scale structure of the universe. The course includes current events in space exploration. The course meets the General Education requirement for Scientific Reasoning. Class Meets 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, MAT-097, ENG-095

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# BIO-105 — Introduction to Biology
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will investigate the major biological concepts that connect all forms of life and is designed for students with little or no background in science. Topics will include the process of scientific inquiry, the cell as the basic unit of life, metabolism, cellular reproduction, genetics, evolutionary theory and principles of ecology. Laboratory work will introduce students to the basic investigative techniques used to study life’s processes. There will be no animal dissection in this course. This course meets the General Education requirement for Scientific Reasoning (previous area tit…
Prerequisites: BIO-203

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# BIO-108 — Human Biology/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to the basic concepts of biology and how these concepts relate to the structure and function of the human body. Topics include cell structure & function, molecular biology, metabolism, cellular reproduction, and genetics. An introduction to human anatomy and physiology will also be presented. Students will integrate structure and function among all levels of biological organization. This course is specifically designed to provide students with the necessary background in basic biological concepts and molecular biology to be successful in the anatomy & physiolog…
Prerequisites: BIO-203, BIO-204

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# BIO-111 — Food/Nutrition
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers a study of plant and animal sources of human food, their nutritional values, and the way they are utilized by the body in health and disease. Topics include the selection of an adequate diet, evaluation of nutrition status, nutrition in pregnancy and lactation, nutrition in infancy and in aging, weight control, alternate food patterns, ethnic foods, and nutrition-related health problems. The department recommends this course for students in Allied Health programs. The course is in the Center for Self-Directed Learning only. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# BIO-115 — Nutrition Science & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a study of plant and animal sources of human food, their nutritional values and how the body in health and disease utilizes them. Topics include: chemistry and biology of food, personal nutrition evaluation, nutrition-related health problems and global food and nutrition issues. Laboratory exercises are used to introduce students to the diagnostic procedures used by nutritionists and to reinforce learning of nutritional theory. A background in biology or chemistry is not required. This course meets the General Education requirement for Scientific Reasoning (previous area title:…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, RDG-095, ENG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103

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# BIO-120 — Introduction to Biotechnology
4 credits · 4 hours
This course offers an introduction to the field of biotechnology. General principles of biology, recombinant DNA technology, and the applications of biotechnology will be presented. The medical, social, political and ethical implications of recombinant DNA technology and the Human Genome Project will be discussed. Work practices and career opportunities in the biotechnology industry will also be outlined. Students will be introduced to industry-specific laboratory skills and basic investigative techniques and procedures used in research through labs designed to reinforce lecture concepts. ***…
Prerequisites: MAT-099, ELL-103, RDG-095, ENG-095

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# BIO-195 — General Biology I & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
The course will examine the cell as the basic unit of life. Topics will include cell chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and cell division. The course will conclude with an introduction to genetics and the molecular basis of inheritance. Laboratory work will provide students with the basic skills necessary to work in advanced biology laboratory courses. This is the first required biology course in the AS Biological Science program. Students planning to enroll in a health science program should enroll in Introduction to Biology ( BIO-105 )…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103, MAT-194

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# BIO-196 — General Biology II & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
As a continuation of General Biology I/Lab ( BIO-195 ), this course investigates adaptive evolution, speciation, phylogeny & systematics, and the natural history of life on earth. The course concludes with a survey of the three domains of life and an introduction to the structure of populations and ecosystems. Laboratory work will continue to develop the student’s critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: BIO-195

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# BIO-203 — Anatomy/Physiology I & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This is the first course in a two-semester sequence that will examine the systems of the human body using an integrated approach. Areas of study will include the structure and function of cells, histology, and the physiological and anatomical aspects of support and movement systems and the nervous system. Laboratory activities will enhance the students’ comprehension of the structure and function of the human body. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hours. Lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: BIO-105, BIO-108, BIO-195

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# BIO-204 — Anatomy/Physiology II & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
As a continuation of Anatomy/Physiology I ( BIO-203 ), this course will again use an integrated approach to examine the human systems not covered in Anatomy/Physiology I. Areas of study will include the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. Laboratory activities will enhance the student’s comprehension of the structure and function of the human body. Class Meets 3 hrs. Lecture; 3 hrs. lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: BIO-203

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# BIO-205 — Microbiology & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is intended for students entering health care careers and the biotechnology industry. This course will provide a solid foundation of basic physiological and biochemical activities of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. The fundamentals of microbial physiology, genetics, and immunology will be presented with emphasis placed on virulence factors and the mechanisms in which these microorganisms establish disease. Microbiology in the workplace will be covered through a discussion of methods of physical and chemical control of microorganisms, microbial growth and enumeration. The u…
Prerequisites: BIO-195, BIO-203

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# BIO-207 — Cell Biology & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
A study of cell structure and function including the following topics: organelles, membrane function, metabolism, gene action, communication, and regulation of growth. Some specialized cells will be discussed. The laboratory will include biotechnological, molecular, and cellular experiments. Class Meets 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-197, BIO-195, BIO-196, BIO-120

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# BIO-208 — Genetics and Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course offers a broad understanding of classical, molecular and evolutionary genetics. Highlighted topics will include the molecular and chromosomal basis of inheritance, extranuclear inheritance, gene mapping and analysis, control of gene expression in pro- and eukaryotes, Chi square analysis, probability theory, DNA mutation and repair, genetics of cancer, and population and human genetics. Experimental work will focus on the theory and practice of current techniques in genetics. Class Meets 3hrs. lecture; 3hrs. lab. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: BIO-196

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# BIO-210 — Population Ecology & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is designed to give students an overview of the science of population biology. The course covers topics related to: distribution and abundance of species; mathematical models of logistic and exponential growth; the application of the Hardy-Weinberg principle to describe changes in gene frequencies via natural selection or other processes on populations; life-history strategies, interspecific interactions; population regulation and sustainable ecosystems; and human impact on the sustainability of wild populations. Laboratory activities include basic field techniques for collection…
Prerequisites: BIO-196

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# BIO-261 — Advanced Laboratory Techniques in Biotechnology
3 credits · 3 hours
Laboratory activities will emphasize proper laboratory protocol and documentation, inquiry based investigations, formal laboratory report writing, and standard laboratory skills used both in industry and in biotechnology research such as media and buffer preparation, protein purification, cell culture and immunological techniques. The course will also focus on career opportunities and hiring trends in the biotechnology industry and require that students work on their job readiness skills. Upon completion of this course, students will be qualified for entry level employment or internships in t…
Prerequisites: BIO-195, BIO-120, BIO-207

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# BIO-262 — Principles of Molecular Biotechnology
3 credits · 3 hours
The emphasis in this course will be on major concepts of molecular biology and their relationship to the field of biotechnology. The course will focus on recombinant DNA technology, genetically engineered organisms, sequencing, gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, protein expression and analysis, and genomics. Advanced topics will include bioinformatics, protein engineering, RNA interference and biological products as therapeutic agents. This course will also expand on the concepts and applications presented in Introduction to Biotechnology ( BIO-120 ) and Advanced Laboratory Techni…
Prerequisites: BIO-207

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# BIO-270 — Biotechnology Laboratory Simulations
4 credits · 4 hours
This multidisciplinary laboratory course will focus on providing theoretical and hands-on experience in advanced laboratory techniques and technologies such as High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Real-Time PCR and bioreactors. This course will include laboratory simulations that will mimic a real-world work experience. Laboratory activities will reinforce an understanding of theory and basic principles as well as method development, operations, applications and instrumentation. Key industry skills including documentation, current Good Manufacturing Pra…
Prerequisites: BIO-207, BIO-208, BIO-261

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# BME-100 — Biomedical Engineering I
4 credits · 4 hours
A first course in Biomedical Engineering (BME), this course introduces students to preliminary Biomedical Engineering topics. Topics include: the BME profession, morals and ethics, anatomy and physiology, static biomechanics, rehabilitation engineering, static bioinstrumentation, biosensors, biosignal processing, and models of neurons. MATLAB is used for ease in problem solving. Laboratory involves using a virtual instrument (Biopac) to record and analyze signals from the body. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. laboratory. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-281, CHM-201

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# BME-200 — Biomedical Engineering II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the techniques for analysis and modeling of biomedical systems with applications of advanced mathematics including Differential Equations, Difference Equations, State-Variables, and computer-aided methods to study problems at the interface of engineering and biology. Other topics include elements of physiological modeling and the solution of the transient and forced response for a variety of biomechanical and bioelectrical systems. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: BME-100, MAT-282

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# BUS-101 — Introduction to Business
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a survey of the purpose, role, and responsibility of business in a capitalistic society, including an introduction to the major areas of business such as: Finance, Management, Economics, and Marketing. This course provides a basic foundation for the student who will specialize in some aspect of business in college, and it also provides the opportunity for non-business majors to learn about the business in which they will someday be both producers and consumers. This course will also enable students to explore career options in business, define a career path, and make connection…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ESL-099, RDG-095, ENG-090, ELL-103

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# BUS-106 — International Business I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the environments, institutions, systems and operations involved in international business. Students will learn how different economic, legal, political and cultural forces influence the conduct of international trade and investment and how international competitive strategies, firm operations and organizational structures contribute to business success or failure in the global marketplace. The impact of international trade and investment on economies, businesses and consumers will also be examined. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECO-201, ECO-202

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# BUS-111 — Globalization
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an exploration of the nature, reasons for and consequences of globalization. Subjects such as global economic integration, cultural convergence, global institutions, multinational corporations and global business will be discussed. Students will acquire an understanding of globalization’s key aspects and trends in history, geography, politics, culture, and technology, as well as its impact on labor, standards of living and the environment. This course will also enable students to explore career options in international business, define a career path, and make connections betwee…
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ESL-099, ENG-090, ELL-103

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# BUS-201 — Business Law
3 credits · 3 hours
In this introductory study of the law and its application to the individual, students learn to evaluate and analyze legal problems and systems. The course emphasizes business situations. Topics include procedural law, contracts, torts, consumer law, and related areas. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# BUS-207 — Professional Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
This course gives students a comprehensive understanding of the use and importance of effective communication in business. Students study types of written, oral, and electronic communication and develop a variety of professional communication skills essential to success in business. The course also addresses ethical and cultural issues associated with business communications. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# CHM-120 — Principles of Inorganic Chemistry & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of inorganic chemistry. Topics include measurement theory, methods of scientific investigation, atomic theory, nuclear radiation, compound formation, chemical nomenclature, chemical reactions, the mole concept, solution chemistry, acid-base chemistry, and the relevance of chemistry in health professions. Laboratory work will introduce students to basic laboratory techniques, safety regulations, and chemical hygiene. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes Notes This course does not satisfy the chemistr…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103, MAT-097

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# CHM-121 — Principles of Organic & Chemistry W/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course serves as an introduction to organic and biochemistry. The naming and reactivity patterns of common organic functional groups will be presented. A study of biochemistry will introduce students to the chemical structures and reactions of lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids and their role in metabolism. The standard length three hour laboratory session will serve to reinforce the concepts discussed during lectures and will provide students with practical experience in organic synthesis reactions and organic compound identification methods. This course does not satisfy…
Prerequisites: CHM-120, CHM-201

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# CHM-151 — Basic Chemistry (Non-Lab)
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to basic concepts of inorganic chemistry. The course is designed primarily for students who have not previously studied chemistry. Topics, which are presented in a multi-media, modular format, include measurement, chemical symbols and equations, physical and chemical properties, atomic structure, chemical compounds, solutions, and an overview of chemical reactions. The course is in the Center for Self-Directed Learning only. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MAT-097

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# CHM-201 — General Chemistry I & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a rigorous introductory course as part of a two-semester sequence that studies chemical principles. Topics include atomic structure, reaction types and equations, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry and bonding theory. Students are required to purchase approved safety goggles. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-197

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# CHM-202 — General Chemistry II & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a continuation of General Chemistry I and Lab (CHM-201). Topics include solids, solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base and solubility equilibrium, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Students are required to purchase approved safety goggles. Class Meets 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: CHM-201

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# CHM-251 — Organic Chemistry I and Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course studies the chemistry of carbon compounds including nomenclature, molecular structure and functional groups. Topics include the reactivity and properties of saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, stereochemical relationships and nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions. Mechanisms are presented as a unifying principle for these reactions. Students are required to purchase approved safety goggles. Class Meets 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: CHM-202, ENG-112

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# CHM-252 — Organic Chemistry II and Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I and Lab ( CHM-251 ). Topics include aromatic substitution reactions, carbonyl addition reactions, acid derivatives, amines, and carbohydrates. Both the laboratory and lecture use instrumental methods for the structural analysis of organic compounds. Students are required to purchase approved safety goggles. Class Meets 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: CHM-251

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# COM-101 — Film As Art
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an introduction to the appreciation of film as an art form. It covers film techniques, terminology, and criticism, using film from the turn of the 20th century to the present. Students are exposed to film beyond the American canon, including African American, Asian, Latinx and international works. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# COM-102 — American Cinema
3 credits · 3 hours
This course brings Hollywood film making into clear focus as an art form, as an economic force, and as a system of representation and communication. The course probes the deeper meaning of American movies through encounters with the works of famous directors such as John Ford, Howard Hawks, and Martin Scorsese. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# COM-110 — Introduction to Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
This course inspires students to study communication as a means to transform their lives and the world. Communication becomes a tool for cultural and professional competence, and human rights activism. Students examine how human beings have communicated with one another throughout history, and how gender, immigration, media and culture influence communication. With love, justice and empathy, students engage in storytelling and collaborate on a human rights project in the community. Students also explore ways to participate in the creative industry and other fields of communication. This cours…

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# COM-171 — Public Speaking and Professional Comm
3 credits · 3 hours
This course equips students with the essential skills needed for effective public speaking and professional communication in academic, workplace, and social settings. Through practical exercises, students will learn to craft clear, engaging messages and adapt their communication styles to different audiences and speech contexts. Topics will include speech organization and writing, informational, persuasive, and commemorative speaking, vocal and physical delivery, audience analysis, and strategies for managing speech anxiety. Students will also explore professional communication principles, su…

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# COM-172 — Organizational Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the core principles, practices, and tools of communication within organizations. Students explore how communication shapes internal culture, drives alignment with organizational priorities, empowers employees, inspires collaboration, and builds leadership credence. Students learn to create communication strategies that employees understand and engage with an organization’s mission and goals, foster two-way communication, and build trust. Students gain real-world experience by independently designing, executing, and evaluating a semester-long communication pl…

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# COM-210 — Interpersonal Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
This course focuses on communication in everyday interactions. Students develop verbal and nonverbal communication skills in various interpersonal and intercultural contexts. This course addresses the sense of self and how the self is influenced by others and one’s own communication. It reviews basic aspects of message production and interpretation. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to analyze their own communication behaviors and improve upon their own communication skills. Students explore their everyday interactions with issues of ethics and human rights. Students have dia…
Prerequisites: COM-110

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# COM-211 — Communication & Gender
3 credits · 3 hours
Through this course, students will learn and engage with a range of theories and concepts regarding sex, gender, and communication. Materials will examine how gender influences and is influenced by communication in a variety of contexts, including interpersonal relationships, and mass, social, and digital media depictions, as well as in the broader public discourse. Students will explore the social construction of gender and its multifaceted intersections with other social categories like race, class, sexuality, and ability. Through critical analysis and personal reflection, students will cri…
Prerequisites: COM-110

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# COM-212 — Intercultural Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of the relationship between communication and culture. Students will analyze how cultural identities, values, norms, and language shape communication styles and practices across a variety of contexts. In doing so, students will interrogate the mechanisms of power and oppression associated with social categories such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, gender, ability, and religion. The course will also offer students strategies for resolving intercultural conflict and miscommunication. In particular, students will develop awareness of…
Prerequisites: COM-110

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# COM-241 — Introduction to Journalism
3 credits · 3 hours
There is more readily available information about current events than ever before. But what to trust? This course will students delineate between misinformation and journalism and provide them with a foundation of understanding the elements of news in the social media age. Engaging with news on a local, national, and global level, students will learn copy editing, audience engagement, and how data can be used to tell and mold a compelling narrative. Using the fundamentals of reporting, they will craft stories about their communities. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103, ENG-111

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# COM-242 — Digital Journalism
3 credits · 3 hours
This journalism course is designed to have students become acclimated to the rhythms of the daily news cycle within the context of digital first journalism. Students will pitch, report, write, and edit stories in multiple digital formats. The stories will be produced ethically and adhere to current industry standards of accuracy. By the end of the course, students will have a digital portfolio of reportage across multiple platforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: COM-241

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# COM-250 — Analyzing Media
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the critical study of media. Students will learn to analyze the production, distribution, and consumption of media products including television, film, news, and advertisements, as well as various forms of digital media. Students will be exposed to both qualitative and quantitative methods of media analysis. By applying critical media theories and frameworks, students will consider the role of media in shaping popular culture. Particular attention will be paid to the power of mainstream media in our social, political, and economic systems. Students will enga…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103, ENG-111

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# COM-254 — Digital Media & Society
3 credits · 3 hours
This course teaches students to analyze relationships between digital media and society. From a critical perspective, students will examine how digital technologies and a variety of platforms shape communicative contexts such as interpersonal interactions, cultural norms, political deliberation, and commerce. Students will interrogate trends in digital communication studies such as misinformation, algorithmic biases, influencer culture, digital divides, and online activism. Ultimately, the course provides students with the necessary analytic skills to become ethical and effective digital comm…

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# COM-272 — Strategic Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
Strategic communication builds on the principles and tactics of strategic organizational communication. Students analyze how marketing and public relations strategies shape brand identity, impact public perception, and influence customer engagement and retention. Students learn to align communication strategy with business
Prerequisites: COM-172

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# COM-299 — Communication Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
The course allows students enrolled in the Communication major to apply what they have learned in coursework to the workplace environment. Students will complete an internship at a pre-approved site. Site experience requires at least 150 hours. Students will engage in activities and assignments that complement their site responsibilities and professional learning. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: COM-171

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# CIT-101 — Computer Essentials
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory course is intended for students with little to no computer experience. Students in developmental mathematics, reading and English as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) should consider this for their first computer course. This course starts with an introduction to the Windows environment and covers operating system topics appropriate for beginners, keyboarding, document processing and productivity skills necessary to function in today’s electronic office environment. The course teaches students other skills necessary to use a personal computer as a tool for academic…

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# CIT-102 — IT Career Exploration
1 credits · 1 hours
This is a hands-on workshop class that provides students with the tools necessary to explore Information & Communications Technology (ICT) industry career and employment opportunities. Students will engage in activities and assignments designed to assess and evaluate personal values, skills and interests as they relate to the world of work. Students will utilize resources on the College Student portal and beyond to explore careers, research employers and navigate the local job market in the ICT industry. Course assignments and activities will culminate in each student having a thorough unders…

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# CIT-110 — Applications/Concepts
3 credits · 3 hours
This survey course covers the use and application of modern computer systems. This course includes detailed coverage of fundamental computer concepts, terminology, applications, and theory. Students will get extensive ‘hands-on’ personal computer experience and gain a good working knowledge of MS WINDOWS and MS OFFICE. Upon completion of this course, students will have a grasp of important computer concepts and terminology, an understanding of INTERNET use and applications, a high degree of competence with personal computer hardware and software, as well as an understanding of the effects of…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# CIT-113 — Information Technology Problem Solving
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will give students hands-on experience in a wide range of modern information technology. Several IT concepts will be introduced that will provide a basis for further study in Information Technology. Students will work on a number of projects that will give perspectives on areas of IT including but not limited to: visual and/or robotic programming, social networking tools, web design and networking. Issues of security, privacy and ethics will also be examined. Students will leave the course with an understanding of the components of modern IT systems and the scope of knowledge need…
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103

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# CIT-118 — Principles of Internet & Info Security
3 credits · 3 hours
This is a course in Internet and Information Security which introduces students to all major areas related to securing both personal and organizational information in the “Internet Age”. Beginning with an introduction to physical and electronic security issues, students proceed to explore the legal, ethical and professional issues in information and Internet security. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, identity theft, phishing and other email scams, personal and corporate firewalls, spyware and virus scanning software, chat rooms, Internet crimes against children, cyber predators…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120

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# CIT-121 — Introduction to Computer Forensics
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an introductory course in Computer Forensics. Forensics Computing, Digital Forensics, or Computer Forensics is the name for a newly emerging field of study and practice that incorporates many areas of expertise. Some of these areas have been called network security, intrusion detection, incident response, infrastructure protection, disaster recovery, continuity planning, software engineering, cyber security, and computer crime investigation. It is an area of practice in public law enforcement at the federal, state and local levels that deals with cybercrime, cyber vandalism, cyber pre…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-112, CIT-113, CSC-120

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# CIT-122 — Information Technology Ethics
3 credits · 3 hours
In the rapidly evolving landscape of information technology, ethical considerations have become paramount. This course delves into the complex ethical issues arising in various domains of IT, including computing, social media, information systems, data sciences, cybersecurity, and communication technologies. Students will explore a range of critical topics, such as privacy, surveillance, power dynamics, justice, accountability, corporate responsibility, and stakeholder theory. Through case studies, theoretical discussions, and practical applications, participants will develop a nuanced unders…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# CIT-128 — Database Design with MS Access
3 credits · 3 hours
This is a comprehensive course in the use and application of computers in database applications based on the most current version of Microsoft Access. The course covers all aspects of database design including entity relationship modeling, tables, reports, queries, forms and other database objects. All key MS Access functionalities including Internet applications, integration with the Web and other software programs are covered. Students gain some experience using Structured Query Language (SQL) and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) in the final component of the course. Microsoft Corporatio…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120

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# CIT-130 — Data Visualization
3 credits · 3 hours
This course in data visualization will teach students an essential skill needed in the business world. Students will learn the foundations of data visualization which uses statistics, computer science, neuroscience and psychology to visually present data. The techniques and skills learned in this course will students’ articulate and present clear evidence of findings in a meaningful and aesthetically pleasing way. This course is geared towards data analytics, but is also open to students in other disciplines looking for a better understanding of data visualization. Students will use learn the…

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# CIT-133 — Introduction to Microsoft Office
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory course covers the use and application of integrated PC applications software based on the most current version of Microsoft Office. The course initially covers the MS Windows skills necessary to complete the course. Using the hands-on college computer laboratory, the course covers the following applications in detail: Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Database, Presentation Graphics, and Desktop Information Management. The course emphasizes Internet applications relating to MS Office. It also covers integration among the MS Office Applications. Microsoft Corporation has approved…

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# CIT-137 — Intro to Big Data with R & R-Studio
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides practical foundation level training that enables immediate and effective participation in big data and other analytics projects. It includes an introduction to big data and the Data Analytics Lifecycle to address business challenges that leverage big data. The course provides grounding in basic and advanced analytic methods and an introduction to big data analytics technology and tools, including MapReduce and Hadoop. Labs offer opportunities for students to understand how these methods and tools may be applied to real world business challenges by a practicing data scient…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120, CIT-182

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# CIT-162 — CISCO Networking I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. For additional information contact CITDepartment@bhcc.edu Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103, ENG-111, ENG-112

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# CIT-167 — CISCO Networking II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in different versions of IP networks. For additional information contact CITDepartment@bhcc.edu Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CIT-162

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# CIT-182 — PC Hardware & Software
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an excellent, interactive exposure to personal computers, hardware, and operating systems. Students completing this course will be able to describe the internal components of a personal computer, assemble a system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. They will also be able to connect computers to the Internet, share resources in a networked environment and develop greater skills and confidence in working with desktop and laptop computers. Students participate in “hands-on” activities and lab-based learning to become fa…
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103

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# CIT-183 — Healthcare IT Concepts I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to successfully understand the Healthcare IT industry and to adequately prepare for Healthcare IT Hardware/Software Support positions. Topics include privacy, wireless, mobility and security concepts necessary to provide hardware and software support in healthcare environments, including physician offices, clinics, hospitals, and third-party contractors. Students will enhance their CompTIA A+ certification skills and acquire the knowledge and skills needed to implement, deploy, troubleshoot and support healthcare IT systems in cl…

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# CIT-187 — Data Analytics and Predictive Analysis
3 credits · 3 hours
Data analytics and predictive analysis encompasses a variety of machine learning techniques to analyze and gather insight from data. The data can then be used either to make predictions of future events, or to classify data into different segments. This course is the follow-up course to Introduction to Big Data with R and R-Studio, and will continue to develop a student’s skills in the R programming language. It will also continue to grow a student’s understanding of data. Students will learn the difference between supervised and unsupervised modeling, and the basic modeling techniques pertai…
Prerequisites: CIT-137, MAT-181

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# CIT-211 — System Analysis and Design
3 credits · 3 hours
This first course in computer information systems development introduces students to the tools and techniques available to the systems analyst and designer. The course covers phases of the systems development cycle with emphasis on analysis and design. A major component of the course includes an understanding of structured analysis and design techniques and the transition from structured analysis to Object Oriented Analysis. The course covers Language (UML) and Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERD). The department strongly suggests that students complete or take concurrently College Writing I (…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120

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# CIT-216 — Visual Basic
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an introduction to computer programming using Visual Basic. The course provides students with “hands-on” exposure to object-oriented programming techniques and emphasizes programming logic, using the event-driven components of Visual Basic. Using laboratory case assignments, students plan, design, and create their own Windows applications. They learn how to create a user interface, set control properties, design the logic structures of the project and write the associated Visual Basic code. Topics covered include variables and mathematical operations, decision and looping s…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120

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# CIT-218 — Intermediate Visual Basic
3 credits · 3 hours
Expanding on the principles of object oriented and visual programming contained in Visual Basic ( CIT-216 ), this intermediate-level course provides students with additional in-depth use of the Visual Basic language. Students gain experience working with VB arrays and data interfaces, combination controls and functions, menu design and database interfaces. Multiple Classes and Inheritance will be covered as part of the continuing exposure to object oriented programming. The course emphasizes the incorporation of databases within a Visual Basic Project. For additional information and/or a cour…
Prerequisites: CIT-216

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# CIT-219 — Information Security & Assurance
3 credits · 3 hours
Emphasis in this course in Information Security and Assurance will be placed on understanding the key issues associated with protecting information, the technologies behind securing information and the subsequent detection and response to security incidents. Topics will include inspection of information assets, detection of and reaction to threats to information assets, and examination of pre- and post-incident procedures, technical responses and an overview of the Information Security Planning functions. There will be a “hands-on” lab component required for this course. Students taking this…
Prerequisites: CIT-268

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# CIT-220 — Directed Study in Digital and Computer Forensics
1 credits · 1 hours
Students in this course will be assigned a special Forensics research topic from either the technical or legal side of digital and computer forensics or cybercrime or an internship, when possible, or a combination of a special research topic and a short term job shadowing assignment. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.edu Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CIT-221

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# CIT-221 — Advanced Computer Forensics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides advanced work in computer and digital forensic analysis. Emphasis in this course will be placed on file system forensic recovery, analysis and reporting, intrusion detection and analysis, and advanced use of computer forensics tools. Topics covered in Introduction to Computer Forensics ( CIT-121 ) will be expanded upon especially in the areas of file system analysis, drive imaging and backup, email and mobile devices forensics and the impact these analyses have upon investigations. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CIT-121, CIT-268

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# CIT-223 — Special Topics in Digital and Computer Forensics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed to cover emerging and changing issues in Computer and digital Forensics. Issues covered in this course could include but will not be limited to testifying as an expert technical witness, mobile device forensics, and new legal issues pertaining to digital evidence. Topics covered will be adjusted as the curriculum needs of the field change. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.edu Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CIT-221

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# CIT-230 — Help Desk Techniques
3 credits · 3 hours
CIT-230 Desk Techniques CIT-230 Desk Techniques This course provides students with an overview of the design, implementation, and management of a computer desk or customer support center. Course topics include customer service skills, troubleshooting tools and methods, problem-solving strategies for common support problems, the incident management process, and user needs analysis and assessment. The course also covers industry certifications, professional asociations, and standards of ethical conduct for desk personnel. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ELL-103, RDG-095

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# CIT-233 — Advanced Microsoft Office
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced course covers the use and application of integrated PC applications software based on the most current version of Microsoft Office. It covers the following applications in detail: Advanced Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Database, Presentation Graphics and Desktop Information Management applications. The course emphasizes Internet applications including on-line collaboration using MS Office. It also stresses integration of the MS Office applications. Microsoft Corporation has approved this course material as courseware for the Microsoft Business Certification (MBC) Program and stu…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CIT-133

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# CIT-234 — Decision Support Using MS Excel
3 credits · 3 hours
This comprehensive course covers the use and application of Decision Support using spreadsheet software based on the most current version of Microsoft Excel. The applications include basic spreadsheet operations, charting, web queries, multiple sheet workbooks, macros, advanced functions, and database features. The course emphasizes applications involving financial decision-making, financial planning and “what-if” analysis as they relate to various business and organizational models. Internet applications of MS Excel and integration of the other MS Office programs are also covered. Microsoft…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120

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# CIT-245 — Database Administration
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of Relational Database Administration, using the most current versions of the Oracle RDBMS engine. Students will learn the basics of database maintenance including installing and configuring the database, controlling the data dictionary, and managing the database tables including constraints, indexes and user roles. Students gain extensive real-world experience utilizing the DBA tools associated with Oracle. This course will present the material covered in the Database Fundamentals I Oracle Certification Exam #1Z0-031. Students…
Prerequisites: CSC-236

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# CIT-250 — Collaboration, Communication, and Integrating
3 credits · 3 hours
This is a course in modern office technology which introduces students to all major areas of personal and organizational collaboration, communication and integration of MS OFFICE applications. Building on students’ basic knowledge of the most current version of the core MS OFFICE applications, the course proceeds to cover in detail, the integration among OFFICE applications including Object Linking & Embedding (OLE), On-Line Meeting, document sharing, and the other collaboration features of MS OFFICE. Using WORD as the “core” application, students gain practical experience in moving and linki…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113

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# CIT-262 — Wireless Technology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of planning, installing, maintaining and troubleshooting a network supported by unbound media. It is assumed that students have no prior knowledge of wireless networks and devices. Hence, this course permits students to learn how to apply and support wireless technology in personal, LAN, MAN, CAN and WAN networks. The course is divided into two sections, one that teaches the wireless skills required to take and pass your Certified Wireless Network Administration (CWNA) exam, and the other educates students on how many different wireless devi…
Prerequisites: CIT-162

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# CIT-264 — IT Security
3 credits · 3 hours
The goal of this course is to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of information technology security principles and implementation. You will learn about the technologies used, and principles involved in creating a secure computer network and enterprise environment, which includes networks, enterprise endpoints and application development, mobile, embedded, and specialized devices, cloud and virtualization, and wireless network security. You will learn about threat management and cybersecurity resources, the type of threats and attacks that may be used against a network, concepts of…

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# CIT-267 — CISCO Networking III
3 credits · 3 hours
This course describes the architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks. This course covers wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access along with the introduction of software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students gain skills to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats. They are introduced to network management tools a…

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# CIT-268 — Operating Systems
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with in-depth, hands-on experience with the most used version of consumer operating systems. This course is designed for future IT professional without previous administration experience. The course focuses on providing students with administration on core system administration tasks. Students gain experience in management of files and file systems, local users and groups, networking, processes, permissions, SSH, control firewall, SELinux, job scheduling, troubleshooting, archiving, logs and logical volume using the command line interface. Using industry leading…
Prerequisites: ELL-103, RDG-095

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# CIT-270 — Linux Administration/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to skills needed to efficiently and consistently manage mid- to large-size networks supported by Linux clients and systems. Focus will be on system administration using techniques in automated provisioning, configuration, application deployment, and orchestration. Students will learn how to install and configure automation tools on management workstations, prepare managed hosts for automation, write scripts to automate tasks, and run scripts to ensure servers are correctly deployed and configured. This course uses industry-leading vendor, Red Hat. Pre/ Ed. Cour…

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# CIT-271 — Batch File Programming
1 credits · 1 hours
This course teaches students how to create batch files to automate a sequence of commands, to write and use batch files for complex tasks, to use batch file subcommands, to halt the execution of a batch file and to write batch files using replaceable parameters and environment variables. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.edu Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CIT-268, CIT-270

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# CIT-273 — Ethical Hacking
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces the information technology security specialist to the various methodologies for attacking a network. The student will be introduced to the concepts, principles and techniques, supplemented by “hands-on” exercises, for attacking and disabling a network. These methodologies are presented within the context of properly securing the network. The course will emphasize network attack methodologies with emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools and appropriate defenses and counter measures. Students will receive course content information through a variety…
Prerequisites: CIT-268, CIT-270

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# CIT-275 — Information Security Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
This course enables the security specialist to employ the various methodologies, tools, and techniques acquired in earlier course curriculum in protecting, hardening and attacking a network in a Capstone course. The student will be introduced to projects/problems/or scenarios which will require hands on engagement to address. The course will emphasize problem solving, critical thinking, and use of multiple skills, techniques, and tools because of the complex nature of the projects/problems/scenarios. Students are expected to have access to computer with internet access outside of class as the…

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# CIT-276 — Dev Sec Ops
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces DevSecOps (Development Security Operations) principles, emphasizing integrating security into development pipelines to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure secure code deployment. Through hands-on labs and projects, students will learn to apply security practices within the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), automate security in CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery) pipelines, and implement comprehensive risk assessments, shifting security left. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CSC-125, CIT-264, CIT-268, CIT-270

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# CIT-277 — Health Information Networking
3 credits · 3 hours
The Health Information Networking course is a technology-focused curriculum primarily designed for students who are looking for career-oriented, entry-level healthcare focused skills that can be applied toward entry-level specialist careers in healthcare networking. The course provides students with the skills to develop an in-depth understanding of principles of practicalities needed for information technology and networking professionals wishing to specialize in healthcare network implementations. Topics include: basic information on healthcare settings, principles of security, mobility and…
Prerequisites: CIT-167

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# CIT-278 — Penetration Testing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the network security specialist to the various methodologies for attacking a network in the role of a penetration tester. Students will be introduced to the concepts, principles, and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises for performing a penetration test from beginning to conclusion. These methodologies are presented within the context of understanding and employing the tools, techniques, and processes used by a penetration tester to support companies in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities. Students will apply their domain knowledge by researching, ident…
Prerequisites: CIT-268, CIT-270

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# CIT-279 — Cisco Network Security
3 credits · 3 hours
The Cisco Network Security course is designed for students seeking career-oriented, entry-level network security specialist skills necessary to design and support network security. Students will learn to configure and monitor network security threat mitigation measures, such as device hardening, intrusion prevention systems, and firewalls, to protect data assets and network systems from attack. Students gain practical, hands-on skills to design, implement, configure, troubleshoot and manage network security systems while ensuring the integrity of devices and data. Industry-in-demand skills ar…

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# CIT-282 — MS Windows Administration/Lab Network
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides students with the necessary knowledge and hands-on skills required to manage the most current and industry-accepted version of Microsoft Windows. The course tailors information to requirements necessary to complete the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exam required by industry. Topics include, but are not limited to, installation, managing users and groups, managing domains via an overview of the Active Directory Services feature, print services, disk storage, remote access, managing and monitoring the network, the Registry and troubleshooting techniques. Course lab…
Prerequisites: CIT-162

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# CIT-288 — Healthcare IT Concepts II
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will apply concepts from Healthcare IT

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# CIT-299C — Computer Technology Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course enhances the academic experience for students. All internships take place at pre-approved sites. The course allows students enrolled in computer technology courses to apply what they have learned in the “real world” environment. Students must attend a weekly on-campus seminar. Students must comply with the Internship requirements, as stated in the “Internship Handbook”, before registering for the course. In all cases, students need permission of the department chairperson to register for this course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CIT-299N — Networking Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with hands-on experience in networking. The course is divided into three sections, one that teaches the concepts for building and maintaining a networking career, another that introduces guest lecturers from industry, and finally either an internship, job shadowing, or team walk through approach to learning. This course provides a solid foundation to understanding the types of jobs available to students with network administration skills, what it is like to work in the networking field, and students will acquire a perspective of employer’s expectations. Students…

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# CMT-101 — Game Development Essentials
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present the principles, concepts, and components all of games and the gaming industry’s processes, methodologies, and principles associated with the design, development, and distribution of computer-based games and computer-based simulations. This course is designed to provide the student with an overall comprehension of all the precepts and building blocks that are essential to every computer-based game and simulation. This course fulfills the Learning Community Seminar requirement for students in Computer Media Technology. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# CMT-103 — Managing Game Development
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will cover the concepts and application of management tools and philosophies incorporated in today’s game development climate for the purposes of effectively managing game production scenarios. The student will be introduced to the tasks associated with the development of a game or simulation projects and the constraints, effects, and ramifications affecting the project components. Additionally, the student will be taught critical project management analysis techniques such as resource allocation, estimating obstacles and opportunities and how to exploit them to the project’s adva…
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# CMT-111 — HTML5
3 credits · 3 hours
The purpose of this course is to teach the student the principles and concepts of designing and creating WEB pages in an HTML5 format. The course is designed to expose the student to the constructs of HTML5 tags and the responsive design techniques for page banners, images, tables, navigation menus, in-page articles, and footer sections that are available with the advent of HTML5. Additionally the course will teach the student the utilization of dynamic graphics, lists, and background image control. Also included will be content created in Photoshop for the purpose of inclusion as a stand-alo…
Prerequisites: ENG-090, RDG-090, ELL-101

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# CMT-113 — JavaScript
3 credits · 3 hours
This course teaches students the concepts and practical application of JavaScript programming language as a WEB authoring tool. Students learn to program WEB pages to perform such tasks as forms and form validation, image swapping, auto-scrolling text, browser detection and control and time and date extraction and conversion. The course explores designing and developing JavaScript functions using iteration loops, conditional statements, switch statements, parameter passing, location redirection, in-line JavaScript and remote access JavaScript utilization. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-111

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# CMT-117 — XML
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the student to writing Extensible Markup Language documents for the Web, using custom markup tags, Cascading Style Sheets and Extensible Style Language Style Sheets. Students will create a Document Type Definition (DTD) for validating their documents with an XML parser. Students will also learn how to transform XML documents into other formats for computers that are not capable of viewing XML format documents. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-113

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# CMT-119 — The Human Character
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present concepts in the creation of 3D human character and object modeling using detailed structures based on polygon modeling design tools such as patch modeling, image planes, planar projections, and curve projections. This course will also cover in-depth NURBS modeling of 3D characters and conversion from NURBS to polygonals. These skills are requisite skills for the successful design and implementation of 3D game design and computer simulation projects. Most of these techniques were employed in the Sony Pictures animated short film “The ChubbChubbs”. Ed. Course No Mass Tr…
Prerequisites: CMT-101

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# CMT-121 — Maya Foundations
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present the principles of designing gaming and computer simulation using the same Autodesk Maya techniques and principles as were used in the Sony Pictures feature film “Open Season”. The course will cover the fundamentals of three dimensional (3D) object creation, 3D object shading, shape texturing, scene and object lighting, and simple animations. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095

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# CMT-123 — Maya Character Modeling
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present advanced concepts in the creation of 3D character and object modeling using detailed structures based on polygon modeling design tools such as patch modeling, image planes, planar projections, and curve projections. This course will also cover in-depth NURBS modeling of 3D characters and conversion from NURBS to polygonals. These skills are requisite skills of the successful design and implementation of 3D game design and computer simulation projects. Most of these techniques were employed in the Sony Pictures animated short film “The ChubbChubbs”. Ed. Course No Mass…
Prerequisites: CMT-121

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# CMT-125 — Cascading Style Sheets
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will cover the incorporation of modern web design controls for the formatting, placement, dynamics, interactive functionality, and animation web page content with CSS. CSS is the primary technology in use today in the fast paced world of web design and is used to present web content in a standardized manner that far exceeds the capabilities of the HTML language. CSS is in use in almost every one of the millions of web pages published in today’s world and is a multi-browser, multi-language coding technology. CSS is found at all levels of the web design process and lends itself to b…

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# CMT-129 — Photoshop for Gaming
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will cover Adobe Photoshop techniques as used in a 3D production pipeline. Students will learn the creative and technical processes of creating 2D concept art and illustrations for objects, environments, creatures and characters. Students will also learn how to create and use various texture maps such as color, bump, luminosity, secularity, and transparency. In combination, these maps will be used to create sophisticated materials (shaders) that can be applied to 3D models. Upon completion of the course, students will have a solid foundation and understanding of how Photoshop is u…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# CMT-217 — 3D Modeling & Sculpting
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will teach the student the processes and techniques of modeling and sculpting 3D characters and objects using Autodesk Mudbox software. The student will be taught the skills required to create production-ready 3D digital artwork for the game, film, television, and design industries. The student will be taught how to paint directly onto high-resolution 3D models, paint multiple material channels, execute texture baking, create accurate normal, displacement, and ambient occlusion maps, render quality results directly in the viewport, and to employ seamless integration with other 3D…
Prerequisites: CMT-121

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# CMT-223 — Maya Character Animation
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present advanced concepts in the creation of 3D character animation from simple joint movement to complete synchronized character movement. This course will also cover blend shaping, skinning techniques, joint constraints and their effect on skinning. These skills are requisite skills for the successful design and implementation of 3D game design and computer simulation projects. Most of these techniques were employed in the Sony Pictures animated short film “The ChubbChubbs”. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-123

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# CMT-225 — jQuery
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide the student a solid foundation in the use and application of the JavaScript layer known as jQuery. jQuery is an advanced form of JavaScript which provides real-time dynamic effects and multifunctional tasks on a client-side application. jQuery is often viewed in modern web design is a dynamic menu or a dynamic special effect such as a photographic slide show. jQuery is also used to traverse and manipulate the Document Object Model (DOM) and to create user interfaces for mobile devices. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-113

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# CMT-227 — Javascript Object Notation
3 credits · 3 hours
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a JavaScript subset text-based standard for exchanging and storing data records. JSON employs data records in a human-readable form across a single domain or across multiple domains. JSON offers a faster method of reading and processing data than XML and is the data format preferred for coding in the AJAX (CMT 5aa) coding language. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-117

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# CMT-228 — Web Design With Ajax
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide the student the syntactical and logical requirements constructing pages using the Ajax programming language. The Ajax programming language is a language that will permit the student to create pages that deliver content in a more rapid and dynamic fashion by updating only those portions of the site that actually change. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-113

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# CMT-229 — Creating 3-D Special Effects
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present advanced concepts in the creation and implementation of special effects, shadings, caustics, global illumination, mental ray rendering, and lighting, shadows, and cameras. These skills are requisite skills for the successful design and implementation of 3D game design and computer simulation projects. Most of these techniques were employed in the Sony Pictures animated short film “The ChubbChubbs”. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-121

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# CMT-231 — MEL Scripting in Maya
3 credits · 3 hours
The course will cover the process of using Maya Embedded Language to manipulate and animate characters, objects, and object interactions into a complete animation scenario. MEL scripting incorporates traditional programming constructs such as loops, conditionals, functions, expressions, and nodes. In addition to traditional constructs this course will introduce specific animation and gaming constructs such as particle dynamics control, user input selection dialogs, solid body dynamics, and crowd systems. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-229

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# CMT-232 — Game Engines
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will present the concepts and methods associated with utilizing Game Engines as the finished product tool for creating and delivering computer-based games and simulations. Game Engines bring together the ability to deliver real-time rendering with the added flexibility to control the game/simulation lighting ambience, terrains, physics, audio integration, programming, and real-time networking. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-231

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# CMT-233 — Game Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
The course will cover the beginning phases of programming content and movement as a component of the entire game development and managed code process. The course will be taught using the C++ programming language and will be developed in the Microsoft Video Studio.Net Code development environment. The student will learn the fundamentals of C++ programming as they are applied to the creation and control of computer games. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-231

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# CMT-235 — Node.js
3 credits · 3 hours
Node.js is a technology that uses the JavaScript run-time V8 engine developed by Google. The V8 engine compiles and executes JavaScript at lightning speeds on both client and server side operations. Node.js will be used to facilitate reading /writing to network connections, reading/writing to the file system, and reading/writing to a database. All of these tasks can be found in web apps and employing Node.js allows them to execute very rapidly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-117

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# CMT-241 — PHP/MySQL
3 credits · 3 hours
PHP/MySQL is a web development programming language that is used to provide dynamic interaction between web content pages and databases. PHP technology permits web developers to retrieve and maintain real-time information for presentation across the web delivery medium. The
Prerequisites: CMT-113

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# CMT-249 — 3D Liquids Simulation
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will instruct the student in the techniques and processes required to simulate computer generated liquids and liquid flows. The student will be taught the techniques used in the generation of large scale simulations such as floods, oceans, and breaking waves. The student will also be taught the principles and processes for small scale liquid simulations such as water splashes, pouring liquids, animated contained liquids, and molten materials. Additionally the student will study and design realistic interactions, splashes, and redirections that occur between liquids and solid objec…
Prerequisites: CMT-229

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# CMT-250 — Mobile Web Applications
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide the student with the foundations for creating Mobile Web apps that address the cross-platform design needs of multiple platform mobile devices. Mobile Web apps require a design that considers significant factors, such as size, lighting, device speed, and a touch screen interface for mobile devices. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CMT-225

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# CMT-299 — Web Development Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with hands-on experience in Web Development. The course is an internship approach to learning. It provides a solid foundation to understanding the types of jobs available to students with Web Development skills and what it is like to work in the Web Development field. Students will acquire a first-hand perspective of employer’s expectations and levels of satisfaction. Students will become more successful with the interview process since they will have had real world experience and/or understanding of what will be expected of them in the pursuit of a web developme…

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# CSC-120 — Intro to Comp Sci & Object Oriented Prog
4 credits · 4 hours
This is a first course in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) theory, logic and design. Taught in the College’s hands-on computer classrooms, this course emphasizes the program design and development process including concepts of variables, flow control, objects, classes, methods, text/stream I/O, arrays, and vectors. and polymorphism. Students will use an Object Oriented Programming language as they design code, debug and implement several programs covering the topics presented. Programs will be created to run both using the IDE and from the command line. This course fulfills the Learning Comm…
Prerequisites: MAT-099, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# CSC-125 — Python Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an introductory course designed for any student interested in learning computer programming concepts and hands on computational thinking, all in the context of the Python programming language. No prior experience in programming is necessary. Students will use their own problem solving abilities to implement programs in Python. This course will show the student how to create basic programming structures including decisions and loops. Further, students will explore unique Python data structures such as tuples and dictionaries. Students will also learn to perform basic debugging techniqu…
Prerequisites: MAT-099, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# CSC-129 — Mobile App Development
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces application development for mobile devices such as Android, Apple, Windows, and web. Students will program simple apps on multiple devices, using standard development environments commonly used professionally, using a series of skill-based lessons. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: RDG-090, ESL-098, ENG-090, ESL-099, ELL-101

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# CSC-131 — Introduction to Creating Mobile Apps
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed for individuals with no experience with programming languages or previous experience creating mobile applications. The course uses a graphical-user interface blocks editor for students to build their own Android based mobile apps. The course offers reading about the editor and basic programming concepts, tutorial walk through assignments within the editor, and assessments which require students to build unique apps based on the tutorials so that they can demonstrate their understanding and knowledge of what they have learned. Specific programming concepts covered inclu…
Prerequisites: RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# CSC-135 — Design for Mobile Devices
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the central components of user interface design for mobile devices (phones, tablets, and other). Students will learn how to prototype user interface designs using a series of scaffolded, skill based lessons culminating in a mobile application interface design for an application. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-090, RDG-090, ELL-103

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# CSC-225 — Advanced Python Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an advanced course designed for any student interested in learning advanced computer programming concepts in the context of the Python programming language. In this course students will explore classes, object oriented programming, plotting, sampling and statistical thinking, using randomness to solve non-random problems, statistical thinking, graphs, and dynamic programming. Students will complete hands-on individual projects, individual assessments, group projects, and exams to assess student success at achieving the course
Prerequisites: CSC-125

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# CSC-229 — Programming With Android I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the central components of Android programming. Students will learn how to program in Java using the Android Development Tools using a series of scaffolded, skill based lessons culminating in a mobile application which can be exported and placed on a device. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CIT-113, CSC-120, CSC-129

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# CSC-236 — SQL Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the fundamentals and functions of Structured Query Language (SQL), including relational database, table creation, updating, and manipulation concepts. Using a live database, students learn SQL basics and then move on to the more sophisticated and challenging aspects of SQL. Students get in-depth knowledge of the language through extensive use of Internet based, industry standard SQL programming and certification testing engines. Upon completion of this course, students have the skills and competencies required to program in SQL and the background necessary t…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, CIT-113, CSC-120, CMT-125

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# CSC-237 — C++ Programming
4 credits · 4 hours
In this course, students who already have been exposed to programming and Object Oriented thinking, develop the ability to correctly analyze a variety of problems and generate appropriate algorithmic solutions using the C++ Programming Language. The course emphasizes the principles of top-down structured design and Object Oriented thinking. Topics include but are not limited to branching and looping mechanisms; arrays, functions and function overloading, arguments by reference and by value as well as optional arguments; recursion; pointers, creating libraries and namespaces, structures and cl…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, MAT-194, CSC-120

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# CSC-238 — Programming for iOS I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the central components of iOS programming for mobile app development. Students will learn the basics of programming using vendor approved IDE and Tools in a series of scaffolded, skill based lessons culiminating in a mobile applicaiton for iOS devices. This is first-level course that introduces programming concepts and structures unique to this product’s language, but also addresses the iOS marketplace, what it takes to become an iOS developer, as well as the planning and budgeting required for sustained app development. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CSC-125, CSC-225, CSC-229, CSC-236, CSC-237, CSC-239, CSC-240, CSC-243, CSC-285, CIT-271

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# CSC-239 — JAVA Programming
4 credits · 4 hours
In this course, students who already have been exposed to programming and Object Oriented thinking, develop the ability to correctly analyze a variety of problems and generate appropriate algorithmic solutions using the Java Programming Language. The course emphasizes the principles of top-down structured design and Object Oriented thinking. Topics include but are not limited to branching and looping mechanisms; arrays, functions and function overloading, arguments by reference and by value as well as optional arguments; recursion; creating packages, structures and classes, constructors and o…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, MAT-194, CSC-120

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# CSC-240 — Database Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an intermediate course in procedural programming for database management systems. Topics in this course include: anonymous and named blocks, named procedures and functions, cursors, triggers, collections and the creation and manipulation of temporary tables. Students perform mid-to advanced level manipulation of databases required for logical processing and user interaction with relational databases. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CS@bhcc.edu . Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CSC-236

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# CSC-242 — Data Structures
3 credits · 3 hours
This course prepares students to understand the fundamentals of data structures with an emphasis on software engineering. Topics include multidimensional arrays, records, dynamic memory allocation, stacks, queues, lists, trees, graphs, and others. For additional information and/or a course syllabus, contact CS@bhcc.edu . Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CSC-239, MAT-197

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# CSC-244 — Android Development With Kotlin
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is for students who are already experienced, programmers. Using the Kotlin programming language, students will create and implement Objects in a Mobile development environment. This course discusses the development of a full-stack application front-end to backend, from start to finish. Students will develop an application that may include a database back-end, using the principles of user interface, user experience, user authentication, and best practices of security issues related to mobile applications. This course further discusses the intricacies of Android app development and…
Prerequisites: CSC-237, CSC-239

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# CSC-284 — Advanced C++/OOP
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers intermediate-level programming. Students learn advanced topics of C++, dynamic memory, allocation, pointers, etc., and OOP, function and operator overloading, class design and object abstraction, ADT design, templates, inheritance, and polymorphism. Students learn to analyze a variety of problems and generate appropriate object oriented solutions. The department recommends that students taking this course have no less than a grade of B in the For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CS@bhcc.edu . Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CSC-237, MAT-194

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# CSC-285 — Advanced Java Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
This course thoroughly examines many of the sophisticated features of the Java programming language, including interfaces, advanced graphics, some data structures, file I/O techniques, multithreading, advanced JDBC Servlets, and Java Server Pages. Students demonstrate their mastery of the material through a series of graded projects and examinations that challenge at an extremely high level. The course not only instructs in the preparation of applications and applets that focus on business-related topics, but also teaches JAVA in an internet-based, integrative environment that utilizes cross-…
Prerequisites: MAT-197, CSC-239

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# CSC-287 — Survey New Popular OOPL for Programmers
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is for students who already have deep knowledge of an Object Oriented Language (Advanced java or Advance C++). This course will cover in depth three of the most commonly requested OOPL in the job market, C#, Visual Basic.NET and Python (languages covered may change depending on the current job market needs). The course will focus on the idiosyncrasies of the different new languages. Knowledge of programming structures and ability to implement lengthy and complex programming solutions, use of the debuggers and ease to adapt in deferent IDEs is assumed. Long capstone-like projects w…
Prerequisites: CSC-284, CSC-285, MAT-197

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# CSC-290 — Introduction to Quantum Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an introduction to programming a quantum computer. Students will explore the historical development of quantum computing, fundamental principles of quantum mechanics as they relate to quantum information theory, and the distinctions between quantum and classical computing. Throughout the course, students will gain hands-on experience developing quantum circuits, which they will run on simulators and real quantum hardware. The course covers the modeling and implementation of quantum algorithms, error correction techniques, and real-world applications of the technology. It…
Prerequisites: CSC-120, CSC-125, MAT-194

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# CSC-299 — Computer Science Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with hands-on experience in Computer Science. The course is an internship approach to learning. It provides a solid foundation to understanding the types of jobs available to students with Computer Science skills and what it is like to work in the field. Students will acquire a first-hand perspective of employer’s expectations and levels of satisfaction. Students will become more successful with the interview process since they will have had real world experience and/or understanding of what will be expected of them in the pursuit of a career in a computer scienc…
Prerequisites: CSC-237, CSC-239

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# CTC-111 — Computed Tomography I
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course presents principles and physics on conventional as well as spiral/helical CT. It begins with descriptions of the hardware configurations, and progresses to include the computer science of the system, including digital image processing, data acquisition, display, and reconstruction methods. Technical factors affecting image quality, artifact, recognition and reduction, and quality control will be discussed. Multi-slice technology will have particular emphasis, and 3D applications, CT angiography, CT fluoroscopy and other advanced applications will be presente…

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# CTC-211 — Computed Tomography II
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course will present patient care in computed tomography, including administration of contrast agents. Imaging procedures of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal system will be discussed, as well as relevant pathology. Special procedures including but not limited to 3-D studies, biopsies, drainage and aspiration and PET/CT fusion will also be presented. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CTC-111

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# CTC-299 — Computed Tomography Clinical Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This 100-hour clinical introduction will enhance the academic experience for students by introducing them to the clinical practice of CT. Students are responsible for providing their own clinical site. Clinical sites must be pre-approved by program faculty. Students must comply with the clinical policies, as stated in the Student Manual before attending clinical. Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) checks will be conducted on all students before placement and the outcome may impact the student’s ability to participate in the internship experience. Health clearance is also required pri…
Prerequisites: CTC-111

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# CRJ-101 — Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the purpose and functions of the criminal justice system. This course will provide students with the history and role of the American Criminal Justice System, and a description of the police, courts, and corrections at the local, state, and federal levels. The course will emphasize the current growing problems of the criminal justice system, ethical issues and professionalism, as well as the future trends of the system. Introduction to criminal justice is of practical concern to professional personnel involved in the system, and also to anyone who wants to un…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# CRJ-102 — Juvenile Justice
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines youthful offenders, the civil and criminal procedures used in juvenile court, and the history of the development of the juvenile courts and juvenile justice. The course presents an overview of the institutional response to the problems of juvenile delinquency, along with status offenders, gender specific offenders, special needs offenders and a focus on dependent/neglected and abused children. It emphasizes the police, court, correctional, and child protective agencies that process young offenders. Course name was changed from Delinquency, Adjudication & Correction to Juv…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# CRJ-103 — Criminal Law
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the nature, purpose and development of criminal law from common law to contemporary statutory law. The course will emphasize the principles of criminal liability and elements of crime. Legal analysis, knowledge of concepts and the ability to identify them in complex fact patterns, and the application of legal principles to fact situations in a logical way will be introduced. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# CRJ-107 — Introduction to Corrections
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides a historical and philosophical survey of the correctional system. It provides an understanding of corrections as an essential component in the criminal justice system, focusing on punishment, sentencing, probation, community corrections, jails and detention facilities, institutional corrections, inmates, parole, and reentry. The course also gives students an orientation to current correctional concepts and various correctional institutions. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095

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# CRJ-117 — St Law: An Overview of the American Legal System
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the origins of the American Legal System through an analysis of its function, sources and its varied aspects. This course introduces students to fundamental criminal law and constitutional law principles, and provides a platform for guided discussions of important public policy issues concerning, crime, discrimination, healthcare, and immigration. The course uses the latest instructional technology including e-portfolios, case studies, simulated legal exercises, small group exercises and analytical thought problems to develop higher-level thinking skills that prepare stud…

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# CRJ-202 — Evidence and Ct Procedures
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the structure, organization, and procedures of the American Criminal Court system. The course focuses on case analysis to understand the aspect of criminal prosecution and the role of the key actors in the court. The course addresses concepts of legal analysis and the prospects of reform of the Criminal Court system. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-203 — Rehabilitation of the Offender
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an examination of community rehabilitation, current programs and services available in the corrections component of the criminal justice system. It emphasizes contemporary practices in corrections such as the community-based work-release programs, furloughs, halfway houses, and individual treatment services. Alternatives to incarceration are also examined. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-208 — Criminal Investigation
3 credits · 3 hours
This course identifies the fundamentals of criminal investigation within the criminal justice system. The duties and responsibilities of the investigator, both in the field and in the courtroom, are emphasized. The course explores the fundamental components of interviewing and interrogation. Issues concerning rules and chain of custody of evidence will be explored. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-209 — Crime Victims
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines theories explaining victimization, the measurement and scope of victimization, fear of crime, the experience of victimization, and victims’ interaction with the criminal justice and other systems that have direct contact with victims. It pays particular attention to special victim groups and assesses current victim initiatives such as restitution, mediation, and victim rights legislation. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-210 — Ethics and Diversity
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the impact of the policies, procedures, and interpretation of data concerning the American criminal justice system across ethnic, racial, sexual, and cultural lines. It examines cross-cultural interaction within the system and the history and institutional attitudes concerning multicultural issues. This course also gives students an overview of the ethical dilemmas facing criminal justice professionals as they interact with a diverse population. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-211 — Criminal Procedure
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the workings of those Amendments to the United States Constitution relate to the field of Criminal Justice and that protect the rights of the people. Students will learn about habeas corpus, search and seizure practices pursuant to the Fourth Amendment; self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment; right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment; and how the rights protected by these amendments were incorporated by the Fourteenth Amendment and made applicable to both state and federal law enforcement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-214 — Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will focus on understanding the skills needed to negotiate, mediate, and resolve conflict in the criminal justice system. These techniques will be learned theoretically from case studies, and practiced so that students can improve these skills to be able to negotiate, mediate, and communicate better to resolve disputes. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-219 — Terrorism & Homeland Security
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide a theoretical and empirical understanding and explanation of terrorism as well as the motivation behind terrorist initiatives. A primary emphasis of the course is on identifying these common features both within and across terrorist organizations to better understand their motives, their
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-225 — Policing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines and introduces students to the criminal justice system with special emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of police officers. The function of police in contemporary society will be explored. Discussion centers on the problems arising between citizens and police from the enforcement and non-enforcement of laws, from social changes to police accountability and problem-solving policing strategies. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-230 — American Drug Law
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the problems with drugs, illicit and lawful, and the ways the laws in the United States relate to drugs, their users and distributors. Students learn the manner in which federal and state laws differ in terms of punishment. The course analyzes the dichotomy in the federal treatment of crack cocaine as opposed to powder cocaine and the attendant affect this policy has on communities of color. The course also examines the minimum, mandatory drug sentencing laws and their impact on the criminal justice system. Students also learn about the major worldwide drug smuggling rout…
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-245 — Cyber Crime: Justice in the Virtual World
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the student to the issues, trends and problems associated with crimes facilitated by information and communications technology and how these crimes challenge traditional investigative methods. Topics include the history of computer crime, hacking and unauthorized access, embezzlement, the collection and preservation of digital evidence, legal issues in cyberspace, and an overview of cyberterrorism and the threat to critical infrastructure. Cybercriminal behavior will be analyzed, as well as issues related to hate crimes and their impact on society. Gen. Ed. Course No Ma…
Prerequisites: ENG-111, CRJ-101, CRJ-103

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# CRJ-275 — Criminal Justice Capstone
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with the opportunity to critically examine what they have learned about the criminal justice system while exploring possible educational/career opportunities. The course will examine current events and current criminal justice trends to students better understand the issues facing the police, courts, and correctional systems. This course will also students build professional skills such as report and resume writing, and learn more about opportunities such as employment in the field, college transfer, and graduate or law school. Students enrolling in the capstone…
Prerequisites: CRJ-101, CRJ-103, CRJ-107, CRJ-211, CRJ-225, SOC-207

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# CRJ-299 — Criminal Justice Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Students work 150 hours in a criminal justice facility, probation department, juvenile detention center, or house of corrections, as assigned by the contract advisor. Students work in a hands-on learning experience under an assigned criminal justice professional, participate actively in the preparation of pre-sentence reports, and conduct intake and post-conviction interviews. Students learn how to perform record checks and prepare probation recommendations, etc. Students work on inmate classification, work release programs, and in educational settings. Students may assist counselors and othe…
Prerequisites: CRJ-101, CRJ-103, CRJ-107, ENG-111

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# CUL-101 — Culinary Fundamentals
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the foodservice industry and the knowledge, skills, sanitation, and behavior needed for a sustainable career. Topics include the history of food, culinary terminology, equipment and tools, product identification, weights and measurements, and standardized recipes. Students will practice basic math skills to compute recipe conversions and study basic food safety and sanitation guidelines in preparation for the program’s kitchen lab courses. This is a Learning Communities course and is designed to assist students in their transition to college. Career and educ…

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# CUL-108 — Basic Baking Skills
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will teach the fundamentals of bakeshop production. It will introduce the students to a variety of baking techniques and skills. Emphasis will be placed on the different skills needed for immediate employment in the pastry field. Students will be introduced to the math skills necessary to understand the weights and measures, as well as to comprehend conversion skills. Students will become competent in the basics of yeast bread production, quick breads, and basic dessert production. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Co…

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# CUL-111 — Food Service Sanitation and Skills
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the principles and practices of sanitation and hygiene as applied to a professional kitchen and front-of-the-house operations. Topics include prevention of food-borne illness, prevention of contamination, proper food handling procedures, food allergens, HACCP procedures, and cleaning and sanitizing kitchen facilities. Students take the ServSafe and Massachusetts Allergen Awareness certification exams upon completion of the course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CUL-113 — How Baking Works: The Science of Baking
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the theory and science of baking. Students will learn how different ingredients affect a baked product. Students will explore the changes that take place during the baking process, using recipes and formulas as experiments, and will discuss these

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# CUL-115 — Culinary Foundations 1
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an introduction to the professional kitchen. Students will use hands-on practices to develop classical knife skills, cooking methods and techniques while learning proper sanitation procedures, knife safety, and use of standard kitchen equipment. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with these kitchen skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets 6 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CUL-116 — Basic Culinary Skills
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will provide students with knowledge in the use of tools, equipment, and knives while learning basic skills and procedures related to the preparation of food and cooking procedures. Students will become familiar with spices, and ingredients and learn basic menu construction and presentation used in a professional food service facility. The course is designed to emphasize proper terminology, equipment use, cooking techniques, use of commercial equipment as well as professional tools. Students will learn correct knife skills and become proficient in their knife skills. Additional ex…

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# CUL-117 — The Science of Food & Cooking
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explains the scientific concepts at work when we cook and eat. Among the concepts investigated are thermodynamics, atoms and molecules, the Maillard reaction, fermentation, acids and bases, colloids, food preservation, modernist techniques and equipment, sensory perception, and the physiology of taste. Students engage in scientific and quantitative reasoning throughout the course, which ends with a culminating assignment that addresses a scientific hypothesis related to gastronomy. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CUL-119 — Cake Decorating
3 credits · 3 hours
This course focuses on the basics of cake baking and decorating and allows students to refine their cake decorating skills. The course introduces the techniques used to decorate tiered cakes, calligraphy, writing with chocolate and gels, as well as working with the different mediums used to decorate special occasion cakes. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with these baking skills. Students will learn the basic techniques used for royal icing and rolled fondant. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer…

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# CUL-125 — Baking Foundations 1
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an introduction to the professional bakeshop and the fundamentals of baking. Students learn proper usage of bakeshop tools and equipment. They study ingredients and learn their functions in a formula. They gain a working knowledge of methods such as creaming, blending, foaming, meringues, basic quick breads, yeast bread, batters, cookies, custards, mousses, and pies. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with bakeshop skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets 6 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Cou…

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# CUL-126 — Baking Foundations 2
4 credits · 4 hours
This course builds on Baking Foundations 1. Students learn components and assembly of desserts and advanced pastry production techniques. The course introduces students to the proper application of mixes, scratch laminated dough, fillings, and advanced pastries. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with bakeshop skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CUL-135 — Culinary Foundations 2
4 credits · 4 hours
This course strengthens and refines the skills introduced in Culinary Foundations 1. Students learn, comprehend, and practice basic stocks, soups, sauces, salads, and protein fabrication. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with these kitchen skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-115, CUL-125

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# CUL-208 — Advanced Baking Skills
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will teach advanced pastry production techniques. Students will be instructed in the application of icings, fillings, laminated dough, and yeast products. Students will learn the various techniques used for artisan bread production, as well as laminated dough and their uses. Students will learn and practice basic cake decorating techniques. An introduction to some European pastries will be taught. An emphasis will be placed on timing and execution of the various pastry products, as required in a professional pastry shop. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or…
Prerequisites: CUL-108, CUL-116

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# CUL-211 — Menu Design and Purchasing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course identifies the menu as the primary controlling document in food and beverage operations. The menu acts as the hub of an organizational system which informs recipes, ingredient potentials, inventory, cost controls, purchasing, menu types, service, labor, kitchen design, audience, and sanitation. Students draft to completion finished menus throughout the semester based on the above supposition, and in addition, become proficient in requisite costing formulas, inventory control, and purchasing strategies. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CUL-215 — Culinary Foundations 3
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to the challenges of a la carte restaurant production. Multi-course menus are prepared and students engage with the entire process from a customer’s food order being received to the meal being delivered to the table. Special emphasis is given to proper mise en place, al a minute cooking, cooking methods, service timing, and plating. Both individual and team production mise en place are given primary emphasis. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with production skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or u…
Prerequisites: CUL-135

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# CUL-216 — Advanced Culinary Skills
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will build upon skills taught in the Basic Culinary Skills course ( CUL-116 ). Students will be immersed in an actual restaurant simulation and will learn proper timing and execution of the meal. Various stations within the kitchen brigade will be taught and students will become proficient in these stations. Students will be introduced to the various types of professional cooking careers and opportunities. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-108, CUL-116

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# CUL-217 — Classical and International Pastries
4 credits · 4 hours
This course takes the student beyond the basic principles of baking. The students will continue to refine their cake decorating skills and learn European pastry production techniques. The course introduces the students to the techniques used to assemble tiered cakes, as well as the proper cutting and service of tiered cakes. The students will learn how to work with fondant, chocolate and pastillage. Students will learn the basic techniques used in candy making. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-126

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# CUL-219 — Classic and Contemporary Cakes
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will expand students’ knowledge of baking and decorating classic cakes. Students will learn the different procedures for mixing cake batters and how to scale, pan, and bake cakes correctly. They will learn basic assembly and cake decorating techniques using decorating tools. Additionally, preparation of a variety of classic and European-style gateaux and icings will be covered including French, Swiss and Italian buttercreams. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with these bakeshop skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or…

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# CUL-225 — Essentials of Dining Service
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides students with a fundamental knowledge of restaurant service in a professional dining room. It emphasizes various types of classical and modern service, the timing and execution of the meal, and both formal and informal table settings. The course also covers reservations, seating, point of sales systems, food and beverage service, and front-of-the-house sanitation practices. Students will take either the T.I.P.S. (Training and Intervention Procedures for Servers of Alcohol) or the Servsafe Alcohol Certification exam. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and…
Prerequisites: CUL-135

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# CUL-235 — International Cuisines
4 credits · 4 hours
This course investigates how geography and culture influence the development of a cuisine with a focus on regional ingredients and cooking methods. Additional topics include international food history, globalization of cuisines, effects of terroir, and preparation of traditional and ceremonial dishes. Students are required to write a research paper on a global cuisine and its relationship to its geography and culture. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-215

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# CUL-241 — Chocolate and Sugar Artistry
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is designed to familiarize students with how to work with chocolate and sugar using various techniques. Students will practice these techniques in the production of chocolate confections, such as truffles and molded chocolates. Sugar artistry, such as poured, pulled and blown sugar will be demonstrated and applied. Students will also work with pastillage, marzipan, and gum paste. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-126

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# CUL-243 — Hot and Cold Desserts
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to the production of chilled and frozen desserts, hot desserts, and desserts using both hot and cold components. Students will design menus for a bakeshop or pastry operation and develop an understanding of the various management tools required for the operation. Students will learn to analyze and forecast sales. An emphasis is placed on plating and garnishing techniques of dessert production. Students will take a practical assessment to demonstrate proficiency with bakeshop skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Mee…
Prerequisites: CUL-126

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# CUL-245 — Culinary Capstone: Food and Beverage Operations
4 credits · 4 hours
This capstone lab draws on all previously learned and practiced culinary arts curriculum. Ingredient knowledge, cooking fundamentals, menu design, sanitation, and delivery of service culminate in a student-driven menu and dining experience. Technical emphasis will be placed on purchasing, inventory, storage, cost control, menu engineering, and sanitation. Creative emphasis will be placed on seasonality, ingredient potentials, menu design, concept, and presentation. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-215, CUL-225

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# CUL-247 — Advanced Classical Desserts and Showpiece Cakes
3 credits · 3 hours
This course takes the students to an advanced level of pastry expertise. The students will continue to refine their cake decorating skills and learn advanced pastry production. The course introduces the students to the techniques used to assemble tiered cakes, as well as the proper cutting and service of tiered cakes. Students will learn costing techniques and conversion formulas. Students will analyze costing formulas and pricing criteria for wedding and special occasion cakes. Emphasis is placed on design, construction and preparation of showpieces using sweet and savory ingredients. Ed. Co…
Prerequisites: CUL-126, CUL-119

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# CUL-249 — Baking for Health
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will explore the options available for meeting the needs of the customer with dietary restrictions. The student will be introduced to lactose-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free, sugar-free baking. Students will also work with vegan recipes, as well as honey-free and egg-free recipes. Students will also be introduced to the production of pastries using substitute ingredients for health purposes. Healthy and low fat dessert alternative will be introduced. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: CUL-126

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# CUL-299 — Culinary Arts Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course students participate in an off-campus culinary field experience. Students apply the knowledge, skills, sanitation, and behavior learned in the classroom at an approved internship site. The internship requires 150 hours of documented work experience. Students are required to produce a professional resume, enter into an internship contract, submit written reports, and complete an internship portfolio. Students needing finding an internship can contact the Internship and Career Development Office at internships@bhcc.edu for guidance and assistance. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Cour…
Prerequisites: CUL-135, CUL-125

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# CUL-299P — Pastry Arts Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
The internship allows students the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of baking and pastry arts. The internship begins after completion of the first academic year and consists of 150 hours of work experience in a bakery or pastry shop approved by your instructor. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ECE-101 — Guidance and Discipline
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the study of effective communication in guiding behavior. The course emphasizes techniques that children build positive self-concepts and individual strengths within the context of appropriate limits and discipline. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103, ECE-103

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# ECE-103 — Child Growth and Development
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the normal development of children through the age of twelve with emphasis on the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional components of development of the infant, toddler, preschool and school age child. The course meets Department of Early Education and Care guidelines for child growth and development. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ECE-104 — Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the study of early childhood education programs with emphasis on curriculum development in areas such as art, music, science, literature, math, language arts and dramatic play. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103, ECE-103

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# ECE-106 — Program Environments
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the study of setting up and maintaining a program environment with emphasis on health and safety concerns, nutritional considerations, space utilization, equipment needs and material usage. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ESL-098, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ECE-108 — Infant/Toddler Curriculum Development
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the study of the aspects of planning and implementing group care for infants and toddlers, including developmental issues, routines and transitions in care-giving, curriculum activities, environmental designs, equipment and materials, guiding behavior including limit setting and developing security through behavioral management, and working with parents. The course meets Department of Early Education and Care requirements for Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECE-103, ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ECE-116 — Introduction to Early Childhood Education
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory level course will introduce foundational concepts in the field of early childhood education such as play, theories of trauma, anti-bias education and child development domains. Students will explore diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning intentional developmentally-appropriate experiences for young children. Topics include national early learning standards, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon…

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# ECE-118 — Pedagogy of Play
3 credits · 3 hours
Through this course, students will learn: WHY play is a core resource for learning; WHAT play looks and feels like in different cultural contexts; HOW educators can promote play and playful learning in schools, including practices and strategies for teaching and assessing learning through play to understand and address social justice and equity issues associated with learning through play through teacher research and equity-centered teaching; to advocate for play as critical to children’s development and learning in schools. Students in this class will explore and discuss theoretical and empi…

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# ECE-119 — Field Experience in ECE
4 credits · 4 hours
Students participate in a seminar, and engage in a minimum of 150 hours (12 per week) in an early childhood education infant, toddler or preschool classroom as a practicum student, with a supervising mentor teacher. Supervised field work provides an opportunity to practice developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) intentionally with an emphasis on building healthy and positive relationships, inclusive and safe environments, positive guidance strategies, effective teaching strategies, and supporting play-based learning. Assignments include completion of an online training series which is requ…
Prerequisites: ECE-116, ECE-103

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# ECE-202 — Issues in Early Childhood Education
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a study of early childhood education programs. The course includes the history of childcare, regulation, types of programs, and current trends and issues in early care and education. The needs of children and families and components of quality programs with emphasis on social, political, and economic influences on professional issues and career opportunities in the field are covered. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ECE-207 — Literacy Development and Learning for Children
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a study of concept development and learning in early childhood education programs with emphasis on curriculum development in the area of literacy development for young children. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECE-103, ECE-104, EDU-103

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# ECE-208 — Exceptional Lrnrs:Intro to Special Educ
3 credits · 3 hours
The course will be a study of children with physical, social, emotional, and/or intellectual differences, with emphasis on techniques for inclusion of children into early childhood programs and elementary school programs. This course offers an introduction to a broad range of developmental disabilities and related topics, including categories of cognitive, physical, emotional, and learning delays. The inclusion of children and adults into educational and community environments will be highlighted. Topics include the history of special education, the impact of the family, current and future tr…
Prerequisites: ECE-104, EDU-110, ELL-103, ENG-095, RDG-095

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# ECE-209 — Math Concepts & Learning for Children
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a study of concept development and learning in early childhood education programs with emphasis on curriculum development in the area of math for young children. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECE-103, ECE-104, EDU-103

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# ECE-210 — Science Concepts & Learning for Children
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a study of concept development and learning in early childhood education programs with emphasis on curriculum development in the area of science for young children. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECE-103, ECE-104, EDU-103

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# ECE-212 — Families/Community in Early Childhood Ed
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the study of the relationship of parents and communities to early childhood programs. The course emphasizes parental needs for early care and education, parenting skills and need for communication with parents, challenges of dealing with diverse populations and multiple family structures using an anti-bias approach which respects diversity and encourages collaborative efforts in caring for children. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECE-103

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# ECE-213 — Child Care Administration I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the study of program management in early childhood education, including planning, implementing, and evaluating programs. The course emphasizes financial, legal, personnel, and program aspects of program administration. It meets Department of Care and Education and Certification requirement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ECE-215 — Supervisor in Early Childhood Education
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the study of child-care management with an emphasis on staffing and personnel functions within an early care and education program. Areas of study include organizational development, staffing, personnel practices, leadership, and mentoring. The course meets Department of Early Education and Care Director II certification requirements. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ECE-217 — Observation/ Recording Behavior
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the study of observing and recording behavior of children with emphasis on child study in all areas of development using a variety of observational tools and recording techniques with children from birth to age twelve. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103, ECE-103

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# ECE-220 — Practicum in Early Childhood Education I
3 credits · 3 hours
Students participate in a seminar, and engage in a minimum of 12 hours a week in an Early Childhood Education infant, toddler or preschool classroom as a student teacher, with a supervising mentor teacher. Supervised field work provides an opportunity to observe and evaluate children’s development, and put theory into practice. Course activities include structured observations, analysis of the role of the teacher, and creating observation-based curriculum via the cycle of inquiry. Students learn about a variety of pedagogies and approaches to ECE to develop their unique teaching philosophy. S…
Prerequisites: ECE-103, ECE-101, ECE-104, ECE-106

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# ECE-221 — Practicum/Early Childhood Education II
3 credits · 3 hours
Students participate in a seminar, and engage in a minimum of 12 hours a week in an Early Childhood Education infant, toddler or preschool classroom as a student teacher, with a supervising mentor teacher. Supervised field work provides an opportunity to observe and evaluate children’s development, and put theory into practice. Course activities include structured observations, analysis of the role of the teacher, and creating observation-based curriculum via the cycle of inquiry. Students learn about a variety of pedagogies and approaches to ECE to develop their unique teaching philosophy. S…
Prerequisites: ECE-220

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# ECE-223 — CDA Professional Portfolio&Practicum
3 credits · 3 hours
The CDA (The Child Development Associate National Credentialing Program) Professional Portfolio/Practicum Course will provide a practicum experience in an early childhood setting and assist each student in developing their reflective CDA Professional Portfolio as it relates to the 13 CDA Functional Areas specific to the program the student is working at (family child care, infant/toddler or preschool care. Students will participate in a weekly on-campus seminar as well as engaging in a minimum of 12 hours a week in an Early Childhood Education classroom with a supervising teacher. Students wi…
Prerequisites: ECE-103, ECE-104, ECE-106

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# ECE-224 — CDA Professional Portfolio&Practicum2
3 credits · 3 hours
The CDA (The Child Development Associate National Credentialing Program) Professional Portfolio/Practicum Course will provide a practicum experience in an early childhood setting and assist each student in developing their reflective CDA Professional Portfolio as it relates to the 13 CDA Functional Areas specific to the program the student is working at (family child care, infant/toddler or preschool care). Students will participate in a weekly on-campus seminar as well engaging in a minimum of 12 hours a week in an Early Childhood Education classroom with a supervising teacher. Students will…
Prerequisites: ECE-223

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# ECO-201 — Macroeconomics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an introduction to the American economy. Topics include: scarcity, opportunity cost and the production possibility curve, unemployment, inflation, GDP and related aggregates, economic growth, classical Keynesian models of income and employment determination, government policies for full employment and price stability, and money and the banking system. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-098, RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103

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# ECO-202 — Microeconomics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an introduction to the market system. It covers basic demand and supply analysis, theory of consumer choice, demand and supply elasticity, long run and short run cost curves, and price and output determination under different market structures, such as perfect competition, monopoly and monopolistic competition. The course applies microeconomic principles for analyzing government regulations. The course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-098, RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103

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# ECO-220 — Environmental Economics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces economic approaches to problem-solving in the context of contemporary environmental issues and policies. Students learn to apply economic models to analyze energy sustainability and environmental systems in local and global contexts. Topics covered will include: environmental externalities and market failure; economic assessment of environmental damages; economics of sustainable development; cost-benefit analysis; valuation of environmental resources. Students will apply theoretical frameworks in economics to analyze policies and practices related to environmental issue…
Prerequisites: ENV-105, ENV-110, ENV-111, ENV-113, ENV-115, ENV-120, ECO-201, ECO-202

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# EDU-102 — Becoming a Teacher: A Learning Community Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
This learning community seminar is designed for education majors who are interested in making a difference in today’s public schools. The seminar will focus on the pressing issues in today’s public schools: overcrowding, lack of funding, outdated curriculum, classroom chaos, and shortage of good teachers, and many others. The Learning Community Seminars enable first-year students to make successful transitions to college while developing their abilities to reflect and assess; discover their strengths; explore career interests; set goals and problem solve with critical thinking, information li…

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# EDU-103 — Introduction & Foundations of Education
3 credits · 3 hours
The course is designed to provide an overview of the cultural, sociological, political, and historical underpinnings of the American education system and how these areas impact professional educators. Students will review local, state, and national policies, regulations, and legislation pertaining to Pre-K-12 education. Students will be introduced to the profession of education including the school experience, selected legal and ethical issues, and their role as educators through a field experience in an area school. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# EDU-110 — Introduction to Curriculum Development and Instruction
3 credits · 3 hours
The course introduces students to the cyclical nature of classroom instruction: planning, instruction, and assessment through theory, research, and application. Students will demonstrate proficiency in using materials and the classroom environment to enhance the teaching and learning of all students, including those from diverse backgrounds and with disabilities. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# EDU-203 — Literacy in the Content Area
3 credits · 3 hours
The course is designed to provide secondary educators with insights into language and literacy processes related to teaching in secondary schools. It highlights reading and writing within specific subjects and offers instructional strategies to enhance students’ literacy skills. The course will explore how reading and writing are developed and applied in subject-specific curricula, including strategies for students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and educational backgrounds. It aims to connect theoretical concepts with classroom practices by enhancing students’ ability to incorporate liter…
Prerequisites: EDU-103, EDU-110

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# EDU-204 — Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition
3 credits · 3 hours
The course introduces students to the background, theory, and pedagogy of bilingual education and second language acquisition. Through case studies students will learn about the diverse backgrounds of young English language learners (ELLs) in the US and the historical and social factors that impact how they are viewed and taught. Students will then review the research on second language learning and understand its connections to effective programs, approaches and methods for teaching emergent bilinguals. Finally this class will support students in reflecting on their own values, approach and…
Prerequisites: EDU-110

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# EDU-205 — Teaching Mathematics in Grades K-8
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines content knowledge and methodologies for teaching mathematics to Elementary and/or Middle School students. It is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary education. Topics include the development of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, proportions, geometry, statistics and some algebraic concepts, with a focus on problem solving and critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards and the Massachusetts Elementary and Secondary Standards for Mathematics. Students will learn pedagogical…
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-098, EDU-110

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# EDU-220 — Practicum in Instruction
3 credits · 3 hours
The course is a field-based experience that concludes the student’s exploration of the field of education. The practicum is designed to provide students with the opportunity to integrate content knowledge with pedagogical practices in grades 1 - 12 within a public, private, or charter school setting. Students will work under the direction and supervision of an exemplary educator with knowledge of elementary, middle, or secondary education and a practicum supervisor to complete 10 hours per week of fieldwork. As part of the field experience, students will learn to plan and direct individual, g…
Prerequisites: EDU-203, EDU-204, EDU-205

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# EPU-101 — DC Circuit Theory & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides an introduction to the nature of electricity in general, in-depth coverage of direct current electrical theory and laboratory practices. Topics covered include static electricity, the Bohr Atom, Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Law, network theorems, and magnetism. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture: 3 hrs. lab. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# EPU-104 — AC Circuit Theory/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides in-depth coverage of alternating current electrical theory. Topics covered include inductance, transformers, capacitance, reactance, impedance, and resonance. The j-operator is employed. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture/3 hrs. lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: EPU-101

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# EPU-151 — Fundamentals of Single Phase and Polyphase Metering
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Single Phase & Polyphase Metering, such as terminology and basic principles of meters. Students review basic math specific to metering, and gain knowledge of basic electricity and magnetism principles. Students will be introduced to meter testing equipment, meter diagrams and standards, and learn technical data and how to read watt-hour and demand meter schematics. They will also learn about power factor analyzers, high amperage current transformer cabinets, meter demand theory and demand registers. Students are introduced to various inst…

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# EPU-203 — Intro to Underground Operations
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to the basic operation of underground systems. Through classroom instruction and extensive hands-on experience, students will become familiar with the underground network electrical system and the various job responsibilities of underground personnel. Students will learn how to use the power formula to determine wire sizes. Correct manhole entry/exit procedures will be demonstrated. Underground safety issues including emergency rescue procedures will be covered. The sizing, installing and splicing of underground cables will be taught. An equipment orientation w…

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# EPU-205 — Introduction to Substation Operations
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to electric substations. Through classroom instruction and extensive “hands-on” experience students will learn about the basic purpose and operation of substations as key parts of power distribution systems. Students will learn the various job responsibilities of substation personnel. Safety procedures including vault entry/exit and rescue procedures will be discussed and demonstrated. Students will learn how to read and interpret substation prints. Substation equipment orientation will be performed to provide students with an understanding of substation equipm…

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# EPU-207 — Introduction to Overhead Linework
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces students to the basic fundamentals of overhead linework, and installation techniques. During this intensive training period students will learn to become comfortable working with the tools and equipment used to build an overhead distribution system. Students will be introduced to and become familiar with important sections of safety in the utility industry including the effects of electrical shock and burns. Basic hand tools will be assigned and students will learn how to care for and use the equipment. Students will also be trained in CPR-AED and OSHA 10. Students will…

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# EPU-251 — Electric Power/Utility Tech Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will cover a variety of topics that consist of practical work experience in the NSTAR workforce environment involving working on line trucks and learning and performing all of the tasks of an overhead line worker. The course will also cover the instruction and practical exercise of soft skills in today’s work environment. Soft skills are those skills used every day in the workplace to assist in making assigned tasks easier to accomplish through teamwork and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment. Soft skills are increasingly being incorporated in job descriptions throughout…
Prerequisites: ENG-111, EPU-151, EPU-153, PSY-107

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# EPU-257 — Power and Distribution Systems
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the basic concepts of electrical power systems. Subject areas include electrical power generation, transmission, and distribution. Distribution system layout, distribution transformers, transmission line fault calculations and transmission line protection will also be covered. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: EPU-104

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# EMR-101 — Emergency Medical Responder
4 credits · 4 hours
Through lectures, discussions, and hands-on practical experiences, this course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an Emergency Medical Responder in emergency situations. The course will prepare the student to serve as an essential link in the emergency medical services (EMS) system. The course content covers knowledge and psychomotor skills required to make appropriate decisions and provide immediate care in response to medical emergencies. The course includes Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer with Automate…

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# EMT-103 — Emergency Medical Technician
7 credits · 7 hours
This course covers the rendering of emergency care to the sick and injured promptly and efficiently. It conforms to the EMT-B national standard curriculum, as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and is a Students are responsible for taking the certification examination for EMT. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ENR-101 — Introduction to Engineering/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides an overview of the engineering profession. Topics to be discussed include fields of study within engineering; the engineering profession, including engineering ethics; and engineering design and problem-solving. Emphasis is on team-building and a teamwork approach to engineering projects. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture - 3 hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-194

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# ENR-103 — Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drawing And Design
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will introduce students to the use of computer software for creating engineering drawings and developing engineering designs and design models. Students will use the AUTOCAD software package as they learn standard views and dimensions for engineering drawings, replicate standard geometrical models, and create models and drawings for selected 2D and 3D engineering designs and projects. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# ENR-260 — Engineering Statics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will apply the laws of Newtonian mechanics to students attain the basic engineering science concepts that serve as the building block for further courses in engineering analysis and design. The course applies the equations of mechanics to the general engineering sciences, including solid, fluid mechanics, and materials, thereby contributing to the success of students as practicing engineers after graduation. Class Meets 3 hour lecture. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PHY-251

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# ENR-265 — Engineering Dynamics
3 credits · 3 hours
The course covers Kinematics and Kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, with the application of Newton’s Second Law and the principles of work-energy and impulse. The course enables students to distinguish statics problems from dynamics problems and to identify inertial effects. The course also enables students who are interested in Engineering Mechanics or related disciplines to comprehend the vast applications of the principles of dynamics ranging from structural design of vehicles, electro-mechanical devices such as motors and movable tools, biomedical devices such as artificial hearts an…
Prerequisites: ENR-260

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# ENR-267 — Strength of Materials
4 credits · 4 hours
This course extends the equilibrium analysis covered in statics to deformable bodies, focusing on the behavior of various structural and machine components under different types of loading. Students will learn three fundamental concepts: Equilibrium, Force-Temperature-Deformation Behavior of Materials, and Geometry of Deformation. Topics include stress and strain analysis, 2D and 3D stress transformation, temperature stresses, and stress and deformation in bodies under axial, shearing, flexural, torsional, and combined loadings. Additional concepts covered are shear and bending moment diagram…
Prerequisites: ENR-260

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# ENR-271 — Circuit Analysis and Design I/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This is the first course of a two-course sequence in circuit analysis required for all Electrical Engineering Transfer Option students. An introduction to electric circuits is presented, and circuits under continuous current are resolved. Basic circuit components (resistance, capacitance, inductance, and operational amplifiers) are introduced. Various analysis methods are investigated, including Nodal, Mesh and Thevenin Equivalent Circuits. First-order RL, and RC, as well as second-order RLC circuit responses are analyzed as a function of different initial conditions. This course contains a l…
Prerequisites: MAT-282, PHY-251, ENR-101

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# ENR-272 — Circuit Analysis and Design II/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This is a required course for the Electrical Engineering Transfer Option, A.S. , and the second course in a two-course sequence covering circuit design. This course presents the basic tools to analyze and design frequency-dependent circuits using sinusoidal steady state phasors analysis and frequency dependent circuits through Laplace transformations, and Fourier analysis. Frequency response and filter circuits are also analyzed in detail. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENR-271

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# ENR-275 — Digital Logic Systems/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This is a required course for the Electrical Engineering Transfer Option. This course provides the fundamentals of logic and number theory, combinational logic applied to circuits, sequential logic involved in operations on circuits, and register-level logic related to data-path and control circuits. Class Meets 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENR-271

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# ETE-140 — Fundamentals of Electric Circuits I: DC / Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces the fundamental principles of direct current (DC) electrical circuits, using algebra-based techniques to analyze and solve electric circuits. Topics include basic circuit components such as resistors, capacitors, and inductors; Ohm’s Law; Kirchhoff’s Voltage and Current Laws; series and parallel circuits; power and energy calculations; Thevenin equivalent circuit and network theorems are used for the analysis. Students will develop problem-solving skills through hands-on laboratory exercises and learn to apply methods of analysis to understand the behavior of electrical…

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# ETE-141 — Fundamentals of Electric Circuits II: AC / Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces algebra-based principles and analytical methods to understand alternating current (AC) electrical circuits. sinusoidal waveforms, phasors, impedance, reactance, resonance, and power relationships in AC systems. Students analyze series, parallel, and series-parallel RL, RC, and RLC circuits, and learn how frequency affects circuit behavior. Additional topics include transformers, filters, and the use of circuit theorems in AC analysis. Students will develop problem-solving skills through hands-on laboratory exercises and learn to apply methods of analysis to understand t…
Prerequisites: ETE-140

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# ETE-200 — Computational Methods and Modeling in Engineering
1 credits · 1 hours
This course introduces the MATLAB and Simulink programming environment as a tool for numerical computation, data analysis, modeling and simulation. This laboratory-based course offers hands-on experience working with key features of MATLAB, including matrix manipulation, data visualization, and development of algorithms and models. Upon completion of the course, students will have a strong foundation in the core aspects of working with datasets, basic programming concepts, visualizing and analyzing data, and the techniques and advantages of simulations through model-based design. Class Meets…
Prerequisites: MAT-197

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# ETE-240 — Digital Electronics / Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces Engineering Technology majors to the foundational principles and practical applications of digital electronics used in modern electronic systems. Topics include number systems, logic gates, Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic, and troubleshooting techniques. Students gain hands-on experience using digital logic ICs, breadboarding methods, simulation tools, and measurement equipment to design, analyze, and test digital circuits. Emphasis is placed on practical implementation, and preparation for advanced coursework in microprocessors and the semiconductor…
Prerequisites: ETE-140

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# ETE-250 — Microelectronics I / Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces the principles, devices, and applications of microelectronics with an emphasis on hands-on circuit construction, measurement, and troubleshooting. Students study diodes, both bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) and Field Effect Transistors (FETs), operational amplifiers, and integrated circuits as they apply to modern electronic systems. Laboratory exercises reinforce hands-on testing and troubleshooting to verify device characteristics, circuit performance, and system-level design. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ETE-141

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# ETE-251 — Microelectronics II / Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This is the second course of a two-course sequence covering microelectronics and the semiconductor design and fabrication process. This course further builds on introductory microelectronics by exploring advanced transistor circuits, multistage amplifiers, power electronics, analog/digital conversion, and system-level integration. Additionally, the design and fabrication process of semiconductors is examined. Emphasis is placed on practical design, troubleshooting, simulation, and laboratory measurement techniques common in modern electronic systems. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 3 hrs lab Ed. Cours…
Prerequisites: ETE-240, ETE-250

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# ETE-255 — Microprocessors / Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces the architecture, operation, and applications of microprocessors and microcontrollers used in modern electronic systems. Students study processor organization, memory and I/O interfacing, instruction sets, assembly language programming, and embedded control fundamentals. Emphasis is placed on hands-on implementation using microcontrollers and development tools. Students apply programming and hardware concepts through laboratory exercises that involve configuring peripherals, controlling external devices, and designing small-scale embedded applications. The course prepar…
Prerequisites: ETE-240, ETE-250

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# ETE-260 — Engineering Technology Capstone Project
3 credits · 3 hours
The Capstone Project course provides Engineering Technology students with an opportunity to apply the technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and professional skills developed throughout their program. Working in teams, students plan, design, construct, and evaluate a project that addresses a real-world problem. Students complete all stages of the engineering project cycle, including proposal development, research, system design, prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and final presentation. Emphasis is placed on project management, effective communication, teamwork, an…

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# ENG-005 — IP Completion
0 credits · 0 hours
This course provides an organized, scheduled opportunity for students to satisfy the requirements of the IP Contract in English. Individualized support is provided through small group lectures and tutorial assistance. The original instructor is responsible for changing any grades. This course does not remain on transcript. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ENG-090 — Writing Skills I
3 credits · 3 hours
The first part of a two-semester basic writing sequence, this course develops writing skills needed to begin work in the College Writing program. The course places primary emphasis on the development of good sentence writing skills through frequent practice. Such practice may take the form of writing journals, paragraphs, and short essays. Faculty provide attention to difficulties with grammar, punctuation, and spelling primarily on an individual basis. The course does not satisfy any part of the College Writing requirement for graduation. Placement is determined by assessment testing or facu…

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# ENG-095 — Writing Skills II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course develops language skills needed to communicate effectively in college study, in the professions, and in the business world. The course includes sentence formation, applied grammar, spelling, mechanics, and paragraph development. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes Students must pass the Basic Writing Competency Exam in order to receive a passing grade for this course. The course does not satisfy the college writing requirement for graduation.
Prerequisites: ENG-090, ESL-099, ELL-102

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# ENG-111 — College Writing I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course emphasizes writing as a process for essays with multiple rhetorical modes. Using personal experience, readings with diverse cultural perspectives, and other sources, students apply critical reading and independent research skills to evaluate and integrate sources into their writing with proper citations from MLA and/or APA format. Students engage in discussions and activities that enhance their understanding of, make connections to and reflect upon diverse cultures. This course satisfies the College’s General Education requirement for Academic Discourse. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass T…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ENG-112 — College Writing II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course focuses on development of thesis-driven essays supported by multiple sources and tailored to a target audience. Students will gain competency in synthesis, analysis and evaluation of multiple sources as well as demonstrate proficiency in conducting research and applying MLA and/or APA format. Students engage in discussions and activities that enhance their understanding of, make connections to and reflect upon diverse cultures, as they examine power structures. The course satisfies the College’s General Education requirement for Research Writing. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# ENG-115 — Writing Tutor Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
The course prepares skilled writers to work as peer tutors in the college’s Writing Place. It provides advanced instruction in writing theory, peer tutoring practice, grammar and composition, with special emphasis on the writing process. Along with class time, students will spend 3 hours tutoring in the Writing Place each week beginning in Week 4. Throughout the semester, students develop strategies, problem-solving skills and greater understanding of composition theory and practice. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# ENG-203 — Creative Writing Workshop
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the writing of poetry, short stories, plays, and autobiographies. The course includes some model readings, but the main work is student writings in all four genres. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, ENG-111

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# ENG-231 — Introduction to Fiction Writing
3 credits · 3 hours
Everyone tells stories, but what makes a story “good”? Why are there some we want to hear over and over, tirelessly, even though we know what will happen in the end? In this class, students will look at solid story structure, the elements that make up a “good” compelling story, and ways to tell the tales we have to tell in the best possible way to capture an audience. Students will participate as both writers and critical readers in examining creative work of their own, their peers and of established authors. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Cour…

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# ENG-232 — Introduction to Poetry Writing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers a thorough, hands-on exploration of the principles of writing poetry with emphasis on the elements of craft, voice, form, and analysis of the techniques, structures and styles of established poets. Through extensive reading and writing exercises, students will be able to develop a deeper understanding of the historical and global context of the craft, how it resonates within contemporary culture, while strengthening their own poetic voice. By the end of the course, students will have produced a body of work that expresses his/her ideas or ideals in an original and coherent…

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# ENG-233 — Intro to Creative Nonfiction Writing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers an in-depth exploration of a unique and broadly-defined creative writing genre. By reading published works and writing original essays and memoir-style pieces, students will learn to employ literary techniques often ascribed to poetry and fiction in works of nonfiction. This course gives students experience with various sub-genres of creative nonfiction (narrative nonfiction, researched journalism, memoir) and also addresses the creative challenges unique to a genre whose name implies inventive truth-telling. Students will address the puzzling question of how to add vibranc…

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# ENG-234 — Literary Publishing
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an experiential learning course in which students take on the roles of writers, editors, administrators, and designers in order to publish a college literary magazine. Students will critically address all aspects of magazine production. Activities include writing and developing creative content; selecting manuscripts and artwork for publication; editing, designing and formatting magazine pages and covers; corresponding with contributors; magazine proofreading, producing, promoting; and coordinating a public reception. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Wo…

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# ESL-005 — ESL IP Completion
0 credits · 0 hours
This course provides an organized, scheduled opportunity for students to satisfy the requirements of the IP contract in ESL. Individualized support is provided through small group lectures and tutorial assistance. The original instructor is responsible for changing any grades. This course does not remain on transcript. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ESL-074 — Listening Comprehension & Discussions
3 credits · 3 hours
In this low-intermediate course, students develop academic listening skills and participate in small group and whole class discussions based on articles, lectures, and multi-media sources. Students will learn grammar and vocabulary in the context of the materials used for listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ESL-075 — Grammar Structures & Editing
3 credits · 3 hours
This low-intermediate course focuses on improving grammar and editing skills through weekly grammar lessons, writing assignments, class discussions and assessments. Students will develop their ability to compose grammatically correct and comprehensible sentences and short writings. Students receive individual feedback that targets their needs. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ESL-078 — Academic Reading I
3 credits · 3 hours
In this low-intermediate course, students learn pre-reading skills, organizational styles, academic vocabulary, dictionary use, referents, critical reading, basic verb tenses and parts of speech, and how to summarize, paraphrase, and identify main ideas and supporting details. Students will learn to complete homework assignments in basic MLA format. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ESL-079 — Academic Writing I
3 credits · 3 hours
In this low-intermediate course, students learn to write paragraphs and short essays through an academic writing process in a variety of rhetorical styles using basic MLA format. Student will write from personal experience and respond to reading by paraphrasing and quoting. Students will learn to write different sentence types, using coordinators and subordinators. Punctuation and grammar will be taught, and students will apply their knowledge by revising and editing their papers. Students must pass the ESL079 Writing Competency Exam and earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Ed. Cou…

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# ESL-086 — Academic Listening & Note-Taking
3 credits · 3 hours
This high-intermediate course focuses on listening and note-taking skills. Students develop a system for note-taking and learn how to use their notes to answer comprehension questions as well as to complete writing assignments. All listening and note-taking activities include reading and writing exercises. Students learn grammar in the context of the materials used for listening activities and student generated writing. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-074, ESL-075, ESL-078, ESL-079

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# ESL-087 — Contemporary Issues & Conversations
3 credits · 3 hours
In this high-intermediate course, students practice and demonstrate effective speaking functions in small-group and whole-class discussions of academic reading materials. Students develop a method for delivering an oral presentation to a large group. All speaking activities are organized around reading and writing exercises. Students learn grammar and build their level-appropriate academic vocabulary in the context of speaking, in the context of the reading materials, and in the context of student generated writing. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Gen. Ed. Course…
Prerequisites: ESL-074, ESL-075, ESL-078, ESL-079

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# ESL-088 — Academic Reading II
3 credits · 3 hours
In this high-intermediate course, students increase their level-appropriate vocabulary and develop their reading skills and strategies as they analyze, discuss, and write about longer readings. Students are also introduced to critical thinking skills such as drawing inferences, understanding idioms and figures of speech, and recognizing purpose and perspective. Students learn grammar in the context of the reading materials and in student generated writing. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course.
Prerequisites: ESL-074, ESL-075, ESL-078, ESL-079

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# ESL-089 — Academic Writing II
3 credits · 3 hours
In this high intermediate course, students develop their writing skills with a focus on the process of college writing from planning and drafting to revising and editing. Students demonstrate their critical thinking skills by writing paragraphs and essays from their personal experience and from readings of moderate complexity. Students practice correct grammar and mechanics in the context of the readings and their own writing. Students must pass the ESL089 Writing Competency Exam and earn a grade of C or better in order to pass the course. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the…
Prerequisites: ESL-074, ESL-075, ESL-078, ESL-079

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# ESL-096 — Lecture Comprehension & Academic Vocabulary
3 credits · 3 hours
In this advanced course, students develop an academic note-taking system as they listen to lectures and authentic sources. Students practice using their notes to answer comprehension questions, write summaries of sources, and compose responses to critical thinking questions. Students learn advanced academic vocabulary and grammar in the context of advanced level readings, websites, and lectures. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-086, ESL-087, ESL-088, ESL-089

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# ESL-097 — Academic Discussions & Presentations
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced course focuses on the communication skills necessary in an academic setting. Students develop and improve a method for delivering an oral presentation to a large group using effective delivery, visual aids, secondary sources, and level-appropriate academic vocabulary. Students practice comprehensible pronunciation along with stress and intonation patterns. All speaking activities are organized around academic reading materials which students will write about and discuss in small groups. Students must earn a C or better in order to pass the course. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfe…
Prerequisites: ESL-086, ESL-087, ESL-088, ESL-089

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# ESL-098 — Academic Reading III
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced course focuses on the critical and analytical reading skills necessary for success with college level materials. Students demonstrate comprehension of level-appropriate readings through class discussions, writing assignments, and other assessments. Students also develop critical (higher order) thinking skills by interacting with the readings and by summarizing, paraphrasing, quoting, responding to, and evaluating readings. Students do extensive work on understanding and analyzing main ideas and supporting details of articles and essays. Students learn grammar and academic vocabu…
Prerequisites: ESL-086, ESL-087, ESL-088, ESL-089

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# ESL-099 — Academic Writing III
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced course focuses on the academic writing skills necessary for success in college content courses. Students develop their abilities with sentence structure, paragraph writing, and essay writing through extensive practice with multiple drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading. Students write from personal experience, answer essay questions from readings of substantial complexity, and write essays using research sources. Students learn grammar in the context of the readings and student generated writing. Students must pass the ESL099 Writing Competency Exam and earn a C or bette…
Prerequisites: ESL-086, ESL-087, ESL-088, ESL-089

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# ELL-101 — Integrated ELL Level 1
6 credits · 6 hours
This course develops integrated critical reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English through immersion in a selected theme, challenging academic content, and campus- and/or community-based learning. Students participate in group work and connect the content to their own lives, using language in multiple ways. Students successfully completing Level 1 will produce, revise and edit written and oral assignments that demonstrate readiness for Level 2 as determined by departmental assessment processes. Students will demonstrate emerging skill with incorporating sources to develop ide…

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# ELL-102 — Integrated ELL Level 2
6 credits · 6 hours
This course develops integrated critical reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English through immersion in a selected theme, challenging academic content and campus- and/or community-based learning. Students participate in group work and connect the content to their own lives, using language in multiple ways. Students successfully completing Level 2 will produce, revise and edit written and oral assignments that demonstrate readiness for Level 3 (or approaching readiness for College English) as determined by departmental assessment processes. Students will demonstrate increasing…
Prerequisites: ELL-101

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# ELL-103 — Integrated ELL Level 3
6 credits · 6 hours
This course develops integrated critical reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English through immersion in a selected theme, challenging academic content and campus and/or community-based learning. Students participate in group work and connect the content to their own lives, using language in multiple ways. Students successfully completing Level 3 will produce, revise and edit written and oral assignments that demonstrate readiness for College English as determined by departmental assessment processes. Students will demonstrate proficiency with incorporating sources to develop…
Prerequisites: ELL-102

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# ELL-110 — Resilience
6 credits · 6 hours
In this multilevel 6-credit course, we will explore true-life stories and nonfiction materials about how and why people persist through daily life and difficult circumstances. The materials for the class will consist of academic articles, short stories and videos for class discussions and writing short essays. Related topics will include cultural attitudes of resilience, brain and memory research, and persisting in language learning. Beyond improving reading, writing and oral communication skills, an important goal of this class is to develop a deeper understanding of how you can build resili…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, ELL-102, ELL-103

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# ELL-111 — Stories and Sketches of Chinatown
6 credits · 6 hours
What makes a community unique and dynamic? Is it people, architecture, atmosphere, or other factors? In this integrated skills course we will study the Chinatown community especially Asian Americans and Chinese Immigrants and the places where they work and reside. Students will read, write, speak, and learn about symbols commonly found in the community. Students will research symbols and complete remote field study of community-based arts projects. Using placement, students who successfully complete the course earn the equivalent of ELL-101, ELL-102, or ELL-103. This course meets the General…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, ELL-102, ELL-103

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# ELL-112 — Voices of Chelsea
6 credits · 6 hours
What makes the Chelsea community unique and dynamic? Students in this 6-credit multi-level ELL course will read and listen to significant voices from the Chelsea community, from history to newspaper headlines to stories inherited from one generation to another. Students will also voice their own stories in prose and poetry, with the opportunity to participate in poetry readings and storytelling sessions. As the course progresses, students will identify threads and themes for deeper inquiry and analysis through writing and discussion. Using placement, students who successfully complete the cou…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, ELL-102, ELL-103

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# ELL-113 — Stories of Chelsea
6 credits · 6 hours
In this 6-credit, multi-level ELL course, students will prepare, produce, and communicate true oral and written stories about their lives and experiences in the Chelsea community. Students will build upon narratives read and analyzed in ELL-112 and explore thematic connections between their own stories and broader issues of education, migration, racial justice, community development, and/or public health through readings, discussions, essays, presentations, and reflections. Using placement, students who successfully complete the course earn the equivalent of ELL-101, ELL-102, or ELL-103. This…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, ELL-102, ELL-103

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# ELL-114 — Integrated ELL Multi-Level
6 credits · 6 hours
This 6-credit, multi-level ELL course develops integrated critical reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English through immersion in a selected theme, challenging academic content and campus and/or community-based learning. Students participate in group work and connect the content to their own lives, using language in multiple ways. Students will demonstrate proficiency with incorporating sources to develop ideas with purpose, focus and clarity of language. Using placement, students who successfully complete the course earn the equivalent of ELL-101, ELL-102, or ELL-103. This c…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, ELL-102, ELL-103

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# ENV-105 — Environmental Science/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an introduction to the physical, chemical, and biological processes of the natural world. Emphasis is placed on the science of environmental processes, problems, and solutions. Case studies about land, air, and water pollution will be integrated throughout the course. The laboratory will introduce basic field techniques, internet research, laboratory skills, report writing, and data analyses. This course will lay the foundation for understanding the key concepts required for Environmental Science majors. This course meets the General Education requirement for Scientific Reasoni…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ENV-110 — Sustainable Resource Conservation
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an introduction to fundamental concepts of sustainability and resource conservation as related to environmental policy and environmental management. Through lectures, laboratories, and dialogue, students develop literacy in sustainability topics including environmental values and ethics; natural resource economics; environmental policies and regulations; sustainability management; sustainable development; ecosystem resources and management, biodiversity and wildlife conservation; forest and soil conservation, water conservation and quality, air quality, climate change and clima…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ENV-111 — Survey of Renewable Energy
4 credits · 4 hours
This course investigates the potential of renewable energy technologies to solve environmental and economic problems within society. Areas of investigation include solar energy, wind power, hydropower, geothermal, fuel cells, biomass, ocean wave power, and alternative transportation options. Also addressed are conventional energy sources including oil, coal, natural gas, and nuclear energy. Consideration will be given to related issues such as costs, externalities, system efficiencies, emissions and other environmental impacts, financing incentives, and the regulatory and market forces impact…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ENV-112 — Indigenous Perspectives on Landscapes
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the relationship between Indigenous knowledge systems, environmental stewardship, and modern environmental challenges, with a focus on southern New England tribes. Students explore biodiversity, sustainability, climate change, and environmental justice while addressing the challenges to the implementation of Indigenous stewardship principles; Indigenous strategies to engage environmental and climate crises; and prospects for collaborative land management, environmental restoration, and cultural revitalization projects between tribes, Indigenous NGOs with state, local, fed…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# ENV-113 — Introduction to Oceanography/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course integrates the physical, chemical, geological, and biological characteristics of the world’s oceans with emphasis on the New England coast and Boston Harbor. Topics include plate tectonics and the evolution of ocean basins, ocean sediments, coastal processes and landforms, physical and chemical properties of sea-water, atmospheric and oceanic circulation, the origins and dynamics of waves and tides, the coastal ocean, marine life, ocean productivity and resources, marine environmental concerns, marine policies, and cutting-edge marine technologies. Laboratory activities and online…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# ENV-115 — Earth Science
4 credits · 4 hours
A study of the materials, principles, and processes that define and govern the Earth system.This course covers the fundamentals of geology: rocks, minerals, the rock cycle, geologic time, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, geologic structures, weathering and erosion, hydrologic cycle, groundwater, glaciers and geologic hazards. Laboratory activities include mineral and rock identification, geologic structure and landform identification, interpretation of geologic maps and cross-sections, field geology, and other fundamental topics. This course satisfies the General Education requirement…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# ENV-120 — Tropical Field Studies
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an investigation of the ecology, conservation, and diversity of tropical ecosystems. As part of a study-abroad student team, students will learn and participate in scientific field research methods on location in a tropical country. By participating in a variety of trips, and activities students will also investigate the interrelationship of local culture, ecotourism, and conservation. Students will be required to complete a self-designed scientific field research project and participate in a community services project while in the country of study. Past studies have occurred i…

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# ENV-211 — Environmental Microbiology/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
Environmental Microbiology introduces students to the diversity of microbial populations and their ecological roles in terrestrial, aquatic, and marine environments. The course will also focus on industrial microbiology and the relationships of microbes to urban communities. Microbial community ecology and interactions with plans and animals will also be covered. Students will explore how microbial activities sustain natural ecosystems, contribute to environmental quality, and how these functions are harnessed to support and manage artificial systems. Laboratory investigations will introduce…
Prerequisites: BIO-195

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# ENV-222 — Environmental Policy, Law, and Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the basic concepts in policy, the major environmental laws in the U.S, how policies are made, international conventions, and new management approaches. Topics will include environmental policy and politics; policy-making stakeholders and their role; major international agreements; enforcement; community-based planning; sustainability goals; and green plans. Linkages will be made to environmental topics and the management of food and agricultural production, biodiversity, development, pollution control, land-use, climate change, and sustainability goals. This is a central cl…
Prerequisites: ENV-105, PSC-101, GEO-101

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# ENV-223 — Environmental Ethics
3 credits · 3 hours
Environmental Ethics explores the moral relationship between humans and the natural world, focusing on how ethical frameworks guide decisions on environmental issues. Students will examine theories such as biocentrism, ecofeminism, and the land ethic while addressing topics like climate change, conservation, biodiversity, environmental justice, and sustainability. Through case studies and analysis, the course emphasizes ethical reasoning and pragmatic solutions to environmental challenges, preparing students to advocate for sustainability, justice, and responsible stewardship. This course mee…
Prerequisites: ENV-105, ENV-110, ENG-111

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# ENV-225 — Community Health and the Environment
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the interplay between community health and the environment in the U.S., with a particular emphasis on the impact of environmental factors on human well-being in urban settings. Students will examine how pollution, climate change, urban planning, socioeconomic factors, and public health policies influence health
Prerequisites: ENV-105, ENV-110, ENG-111

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# ENV-250 — Global Environmental Change
4 credits · 4 hours
Global Environmental Change draws from various scientific disciplines to explore the causes of, consequences of, and solutions to global-scale environmental issues affecting our planet and societies. The focus of this course is a study of Earth as a complex system and the role that natural and human influences play (and have played) in changing the Earth system throughout geologic and human history. This course provides an in-depth investigation of the science behind climate change, its history on our planet, the impact of humans on the climate system, the impact of climate change on humans a…
Prerequisites: ENG-111, MAT-174, MAT-181, MAT-194

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# ESM-105 — Green Buildings
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides a framework for making practical design and construction decisions that are environmentally responsible by focusing on LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) building standards. After completing the course, students will have the ability to sit for the LEED Green Associate Exam. Topics include trends in green building, costs and benefits of green buildings, third party certifications and rating systems, site selection and orientation, sustainable landscapes, storm water management, water efficiency, energy demand, energy efficiency, renewable energy in build…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, ELL-103, ENG-095, RDG-095, ESL-098

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# ESM-115 — Sustainable Facilities Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course highlights the responsibilities, policies, and practices involved with managing the built environment to achieve sustainable goals. Students will gain an understanding of facilities operation, maintenance, architectural blueprint interpretation, health & safety awareness, and occupant engagement. Students will learn how to select and assess energy usage of HVAC systems, electrical systems, lighting systems, and heating systems. Course content will center on facilities management as a process, and its relationship to other functions within an organizational setting. Students will e…
Prerequisites: MAT-093, ELL-103, ENG-095, RDG-095, ESL-098

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# ESM-205 — Green Existing Buildings: Operation and Maintenance
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed for ESM students and professionals who are looking to gain project experience on existing Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) projects. This course is for students interested in enhancing operations and maintenance in existing buildings. Students will learn the requirements and calculations required for the following LEED credits: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. Students may accrue continuing education units that are required to advance to the LEED AP level, or maintain…
Prerequisites: ESM-105

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# ESM-211 — Project Management and Finance for Energy
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the theory and practice of Project Management as applied to renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. The course also explores financial considerations for sustainable energy projects, as well as a variety of funding mechanisms. Special focus will be applied to project life-cycles, planning, controlling, and coordinating efforts of multiple individuals and/or working groups. Students will gain an understanding of financial measures of project performance, budgeting, feasibility, and explore various funding mechanisms including government incentives, specialized loa…
Prerequisites: ENV-111

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# ESM-299 — Energy & Sustainability Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides relevant field and/or research experience integrating theory and practice while providing opportunities to develop skills, explore career options, and network with professionals and employers in the clean energy and sustainability management fields. Students who do not meet attendance standards for the ESM program may not be eligible to participate in the internship. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# FLM-100 — The Film Crew: A Learning Community
3 credits · 3 hours
Students explore the culture and practices of professional film crews, identifying the jobs found on a film set and the creative tasks assigned to each position. The course emphasizes the roles of Cinematographer and Sound Recordist. Performing these roles, each student will participate in the production of a small-crew short film. This course s students transition into an academic environment, develop academic success strategies, and examines careers in filmmaking. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-110 — Sound and Picture: The Languages of Cinema
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will develop an understanding of traditional filmmaking practices by studying the concept of “the shot” as the basic building block of moviemaking. After learning to define and frame effective shots, they will study techniques for filming and editing a conversation. Applying these techniques, they will create their own filmed conversation and upload this film as an item in their portfolio. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-120 — Editing 1: Techniques and Strategies
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will learn professional video editing techniques with a focus on the skills needed for the role of Assistant Editor. After learning strategies for importing and organizing digital media, exploring essential editing techniques, and studying the basics of color correction, color grading, and color management, students will demonstrate their skills by completing an edited short film for inclusion in their portfolio. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-121 — Editing 2: Documentary and Postproduction
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will learn to edit nonfiction film, addressing the challenges inherent in documentary production. Recognizing that documentarians often work with imperfect or incomplete material, large disorganized archives, or extremely long interviews, the course will address creative solutions for contemporary editors. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: FLM-120

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# FLM-130 — Audio Production for Film
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will work with microphones, audio recorders, and audio editing software while focusing on the standards and requirements of professional broadcasters. Recording and editing dialogue, music, and ambient sound, students will learn to edit, mix, and equalize (EQ) sound for use in audio or film projects. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-140 — Lighting 1: Lighting for Digital Filmmakers
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will work with lighting instruments, light modifiers, light meters, camera waveforms, color gels, and color and exposure reference tools to learn the craft of lighting for film and broadcast. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-141 — Lighting 2: Lighting Sets and Locations
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will apply the principles and concepts of effective lighting to their work on both indoor film sets and location sets. Lighting several multi-camera productions, ranging from music videos to live broadcast formats, students will use advanced techniques related to balancing light levels and controlling color temperature. As well, they will gain experience in producing multi-camera productions. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: FLM-140

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# FLM-150 — Writing and Planning Films
3 credits · 3 hours
Students complete a screenplay for a short film, proceeding from initial concept to final screenplay to production documents, a production plan, and a professional film budget. Students pitch their project at the end of the course, receiving review from advisors and potentially adding crew members and community support for their project. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-160 — My Experimental Film
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will create short moving image works using experimental strategies and concepts. Focusing on personal expression, students will take inspiration from the history of experimental film and art video to invent their own ways of working and creating. Learning from the history of Installation Art, students will complete the course by publicly presenting their works in new and unexpected formats or venues. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# FLM-210 — Narrative Cinema Storytelling
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will learn and apply techniques appropriate for single-camera digital filmmaking. Choosing lens focal length for appropriate shot framing, lens aperture to control focus and depth of field, and camera placement and camera movement to depict action, they will gather shots to edit into a short film appropriate for film festival submission. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: FLM-110, FLM-130, FLM-140, FLM-150

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# FLM-220 — Editing 3: Narrative Cinema
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will explore editing techniques related to narrative cinema. Pacing, suspense, humor, drama, and all the intangible qualities of cinema will be considered and valued in the refinement of the edit. In this capstone postproduction course, students will learn all aspects of postproduction for a high-quality narrative film. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: FLM-120

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# FLM-260 — Thesis Film: Documentary
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will direct a short documentary film and prepare the film for submission to film festivals, television broadcasters, or other appropriate professional venues. From preproduction planning, through production, and finally to postproduction (supported with the Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# FLM-270 — Thesis Film: Narrative Short
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will create their thesis film, working in the mode of narrative cinema. This is the central work in students’ portfolios, proving skills, aesthetic taste, and ability to make their innovative vision a reality. Students will design a film appropriate for film festival dissemination and theatrical audiences. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# FIN-106 — Introduction to Corporate Finance
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to finance. The goal of the course is to provide a student with an understanding of fundamental concepts of finance; a basis for understanding the decision-making process of the financial manager; and to give students a firm foundation for the application of mathematics to financial problems. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# FIN-111 — Investments
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of investments. Students will develop a working knowledge of the value and evaluation of investment assets (including stocks, bonds and funds), an understanding of portfolio theory and the measurement and theory of risk and return. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: FIN-106

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# FIN-112 — Personal Finance
3 credits · 3 hours
This personal finance course covers the following topics: the components of wealth and how to build wealth; how and why to work with a budget; the impact of credit scores on financial health and credit score management; behavior and finance; debt as part of a sound financial plan; basic investment principles and mechanics; the importance of insurance, estate and tax planning. It is intended for students at all levels and for all programs of study. This course meets the General Education requirement for General Education Elective. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# FIN-210 — Financial Management
3 credits · 3 hours
The objective of this course is to develop in the students a sound understanding and appreciation of the principles and analytical techniques used in corporate financial management. Topics include review of valuation concepts, cost of capital, capital budgeting, capital structure, and dividend policy. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102, FIN106

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# FIN-211 — Money and Banking
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an economic analysis of financial institutions and markets in the world economy. It covers institutional and economic factors in the determination of the money supply. The course includes the commercial banking system and the money and capital markets. Current policy issues are debated. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ECO-201, FIN-106

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# FIN-213 — Mutual Fund Industry
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the myriad aspects of the mutual fund business including the way mutual funds are structured, regulated, marketed, and distributed. In addition, the course explores shareholder serving systems and technology. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-102, FIN-111

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# FPS-107 — Fire Company Officership
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the scope and functions of the fire company officer. Topics include the role of the fire service, departmental organization, administrative and management procedures, training, public relations, tactics and strategy, and fire prevention. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# FPS-111 — Fire Service, This Century and the Next, What Should We Expect?
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides the student with the history of the fire service and its culture. The student will research the ways that the fire service has changed over the past century and how it is expected to change in the next century. Topics will include the history of the fire service, changes in the fire service past and future, the evolution of equipment in the fire service, firefighter deaths and statistics as they pertain to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and its 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives, as well as a field trip to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) a…

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# FPS-119 — Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# FPS-123 — Principles of Emergency Services
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; and life safety initiatives. Gen. Ed. Course No Ma…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# FPS-125 — Hazardous Materials Chemistry
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of basic chemistry relating to the categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency service. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# FPS-127 — Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, ESL-098, RDG-095, MAT-097, MAT-098

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# FPS-133 — Fire Protection Systems
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# FPS-135 — Fire Behavior and Combustion
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# FPS-139 — Fire Prevention Services Safety and Survival
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: the history and philosophy of fire prevention; the organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; the use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and line safety education; and fire investigation. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# FPS-221 — Strategy and Tactics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103, FPS-123

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# FPS-223 — Building Construction for Fire Protection
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103, FPS-123

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# FRE-101 — Elementary French I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the sounds and structures of French with emphasis on the acquisition of a limited but useful vocabulary and is or students with little or no previous knowledge of French. The course is not intended for native speakers or for students who have studied this language within the last three years. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# FRE-102 — Elementary French II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers a continuation of Elementary French I ( FRE-101 ) and places emphasis on speaking and reading skills. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: FRE-101

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# FRE-201 — Intermediate French I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a review of basic French language skills with emphasis on conversational skills and graded reading selections for the acquisition of a broad, active vocabulary. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: FRE-102

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# FRE-202 — Intermediate French II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Intermediate French I with emphasis on self-expression through speaking and writing. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: FRE-201

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# GEO-101 — World Regional Geography
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the physical and human geographical context of major social, cultural, economic, and political issues in selected regions of the world, including but not limited to the following concerns-globalization, urbanization, environmental and climate studies, demographics, geopolitics, colonialism, plate tectonics, earth hazards-and develops a mastery of maps and other visual aids as means of learning and communication. Regions covered include the Americas, SubSaharan Africa, Europe, the Russian Domain, North Africa/SW Asia, Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Au…
Prerequisites: ESL-099, ENG-090, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# GIS-224 — Intro to Geographic Information Systems
4 credits · 4 hours
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are powerful tools for mapping, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data. This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of GIS and geospatial analysis. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on computer-based exercises, and web-enhanced modules, students will explore key topics including GIS software and hardware, data acquisition and management, spatial databases, data structures, cartographic design, spatial analysis, and geospatial modeling. Emphasis is placed on real-world applications of GIS across disciplines, with projects that addre…
Prerequisites: MAT-181, MAT-099

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# GIS-225 — Advanced GIS
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced course in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) covers the theory, concepts, and practical applications of GIS. Topics include intro to GIS database structures, data sources, spatial data manipulation, analysis, modeling, and the assessment of data quality. Students will complete a comprehensive project to demonstrate their proficiency in ArcGIS. The lecture component emphasizes core concepts and real-world applications, drawing from a textbook and peer-reviewed articles. The lab component provides hands-on experience using the latest version of ArcGIS software, offering practica…
Prerequisites: CSC-125, GIS-224, MAT-181

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# GIS-230 — Introduction to Remote Sensing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an essential introduction to the dynamic field of remote sensing, offering a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles, remote sensing technologies, and applications. Through a blend of theoretical concepts, application of software-based lessons, and hands-on experiences, students will acquire practical skills in image acquisition, exploration, enhancement, interpretation, and analysis enabling the extraction of valuable information from remote sensing imagery. Students will discover the diverse applications of remote sensing including but not limited to e…
Prerequisites: CSC-125, GIS-224

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# GIS-250 — Geographic Information Systems Capstone
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides hands-on experience in GIS project management, culminating in a real-world map project that integrates GIS, remote sensing, and scientific research techniques. Students will design and execute a semester-long project, applying spatial analysis, data visualization, and remote sensing to address real-world problems in fields such as environmental science, urban planning, public health, and disaster management. The course concludes with a final presentation, where students will showcase their map project and demonstrate their ability to communicate their findings effectively…
Prerequisites: GIS-224

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# GER-101 — Elementary German I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course teaches students to read, speak, and write elementary German including mastery of approximately five hundred basic vocabulary words. The course covers the basic structure of the language. The course is in alternate years. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# GER-102 — Elementary German II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course builds upon the skills learned in Elementary German I ( GER-101 ) by advancing the language structures, word forms, and vocabulary. The course meets General Education requirement for Creative Work. This course is in alternate years. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: GER-101

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# HIS-102 — History of Modern Europe in Global Cont Renaissance
3 credits · 3 hours
This history course is a survey of the major intellectual, social, economic, artistic and political developments within the European continent, and beyond, since the 16th century. It will cover the processes of state-building, colonization and decolonization to better understand the roots of contemporary institutional and ideological problems. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-103 — Ancient, Classical & Medieval History
3 credits · 3 hours
A multi-disciplinary survey of the historic evolution of the European continent from its roots in the ancient world through the Classical and Medieval periods. Artistic, ideological, economic, social and political questions are examined in order to understand the foundation of the ideas and institutions of the modern world. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-111 — History of Pre-Modern World
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines similarities and differences among the major world civilizations before the modern era. Topics include traditions of governance, art, religion and philosophy, technology, family structure, and everyday life. The course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-112 — Modern World History
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers a study of the major world civilizations of the modern period from approximately 1500 to the present. This will include analysis of the defining characteristics of various world regions and their interactions in the accelerating process of globalization. Communities and contexts will be examined in light of the modernizing revolutions in science, philosophy, politics and technology; religion, colonization and decolonization, world wars, and the creation of the interconnected modern world system. No previous history course is required. This course fulfills the requirements f…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-117 — Women in U.S. History
3 credits · 3 hours
This class will explore women’s roles in American history. It will provide a chronology of the progress of their role from chattel to citizens. Cultural phenomenon including gender identity, economics, government and law, and mass media will be examined in relation to their impact on women. This course will provide students with valuable insight into the women’s movement and provide them with a working definition of feminism and its goal. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-121 — Found. of Historical Thinking & Analysis
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces foundational methods, approaches, and conceptual frameworks for doing history. Students practice constructing historical narratives and explanations grounded in analyzing primary sources, critically reading secondary works, and communicating historical knowledge to various audiences. Students evaluate evidence from primary sources and contextualize it using secondary works. Students analyze how social power shapes and reflects the construction of archives, evidence, narratives, and public history education. Students reflect on their own perspective as a historian, and c…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# HIS-151 — US History: Colonization through the Civil War
3 credits · 3 hours
This course traces the growth and development of America from colonial beginnings through the Civil War. The course devotes major attention to the people, critical issues, and significant forces that determined the course of events that shaped our civilization. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-152 — US History: Reconstruction to Present
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the rise of the United States from the turmoil of the Civil War to superpower status. The course examines the cultural, economic, diplomatic, and political forces that have given the nation its shape. The course meets General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HIS-230 — The American Civil Rights Move
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the start of the modern American Black civil rights movement from the Brown v. the Board of Education decision through the rise and fall of the Black Power movement. It will investigate the lives and influence of major movement leaders, as well as major organizations of the period, including SCLC, SNCC, CORE, and the NAACP, and the collective efforts of ordinary citizens who did extraordinary things. It will explore diverse strategies and tactics of the movement, such as nonviolent civil disobedience and Black nationalism. It will consider the often complex inner workings…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# HIS-231 — African American History
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers an intensive study of how African Americans shaped and contributed to American history. The course focuses on the experiences of African Americans in the social, economic, and political history of the United States from the era of Reconstruction to the present. Topics include the lives of African Americans during Reconstruction, the Great Migrations, the Harlem Renaissance, responses to anti-black racism, the rise of the modern civil rights movement, and the evolving complexities of black identity. The course engages students in a critical examination of the variegated patt…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# HIS-232 — Asian American History
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers a sweeping overview of the themes and issues that have animated the history of Asian-descended peoples in the United States. Through explorations of immigration, assimilation, empire, labor organizing, transnational political and economic forces, political ideologies, community organizing, racial identity formation, various types of intergroup solidarity, and more, students will get a well-rounded sense of Asian American history which will better prepare them to live in our diverse, polycultural world. Given our location, special attention will be paid to local Asian Americ…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# HON-200 — Honors Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
This interdisciplinary seminar treats a selected theme through perspectives available from the humanities, social, and natural sciences. Presenters and topics differ each semester depending on current student interests and faculty availability. The course is required for all students enrolled in the honors program. Students who are not enrolled in the honors program may be admitted with permission of the instructor. The course meets the General Education requirement for General Education Elective. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# HRT-105 — Hospitality Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with an in depth, experiential understanding of the options available within the hospitality industry. Topics covered include industry specific areas such as hotels, resorts, cruises, tours, convention and visitors’ bureaus and travel agencies with particular focus on the skills and abilities that each individual needs to create a successful career. Guest speakers and site visits are an integral part of this course. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# HRT-109 — Hospitality Sales and Marketing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers basic marketing theory and product design within the hospitality industry. Concepts such as marketplace analysis, demographic analysis, planning and assessment are discussed. Additionally, personal sales techniques and an understanding of consumer needs in the marketplace are explored. At the conclusion of the course, students will test for the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute certification in Hospitality Sales and Marketing. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-105, HRT-121

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# HRT-112 — Food and Beverage Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the operation and management of food and beverage outlets in hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality venues. Students learn the core competencies detailed in the Ten Pillars of Restaurant Management issued by the National Restaurant Association. Topics include product and service standardization, including T.I.P.S. (Training and Intervention Procedures for Servers of Alcohol). Other major topics include the importance of purchasing and storage, the management of catering and banquet functions, and the decision-making needed to run a safe and profitable operation. Ed. Cou…
Prerequisites: HRT-105, HRT-121

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# HRT-117 — Hospitality Law
3 credits · 3 hours
This course considers the legal aspects of hotel and restaurant operations. Topics covered are the history of United States law as related to the hospitality industry, current employment and labor law as they impact hotel and restaurant operations, property negligence and liability, the impact of civil rights legislation, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, contract law, bailments, and other legal responsibilities. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-105, HRT-121

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# HRT-119 — Meeting and Event Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the applied knowledge and skills that students need to design professional meetings and conferences. The class takes students through the process step by-step and exposes them to the decisions, problems, and concerns of planning effective meetings and/or special events. Meeting content and production are explored. The class format requires students to undertake a team project based on a variety of typical professional specifications. The class has a service learning component which will require attendance at an event outside of class time. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course…
Prerequisites: HRT-105, HRT-121

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# HRT-121 — Business in Hospitality
3 credits · 3 hours
This course focuses on the business aspects of the hospitality industry and covers hotel and restaurant operations, tourism services, and other hospitality-related products. Special emphasis is given to management in a customer-service driven environment. Relevant human resource topics are covered in depth. Financial management and securing capital are also discussed. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# HRT-122 — Managing Groups
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to group sales, support and tour management. Students will learn the skills necessary to handle the management of large groups of people over different modes of travel and to different destinations. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-119

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# HRT-131 — Front Office Operations
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of hotel front office operational requirements. Students study and assess different types, styles, and sizes of properties and their management structures. The guest experience is examined from reservation through departure. Topics include the revenue cycle, formulas for room rates, and front-of-the-house accounting. Customer service concepts are addressed as well as the benefits of online property management systems. Hands-on experience with a current system is incorporated into the class. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-105, HRT-121

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# HRT-134 — Culinary Operations
4 credits · 4 hours
Following Food and Beverage Management ( HRT-112 ), this course continues to prepare students to manage food and beverage revenue outlets in hotels, restaurants, and other operations. It covers how commercial food service kitchens are structured, organized, and how they operate in conjunction with front-of-the-house service. Students develop an understanding of the various roles in the food service industry. Hands-on commercial kitchen experience allows students to acquire practical skills, to learn the basics of food preparation and cooking, and to know how to use industry terminology. Speci…
Prerequisites: HRT-105, HRT-112, HRT-121

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# HRT-210 — Hotel/Rest/Tour Field Exp Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course integrates classroom study with practical work experience. Under the guidance of a site supervisor and a faculty member, the experience s students to shape career goals and to gain valuable work experience. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-121

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# HRT-223 — Event Planning
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers applied knowledge and skills that students need to plan professional and non-profit events. The course takes students through the step-by-step process and the decisions, problems, and concerns of planning special events. The class format requires students to undertake a team project based on a variety of typical professional specifications. The specific needs of producing social functions, concerts, corporate events and sporting events are discussed in detail. The needs and goals of various fund-raising programs are also explored. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-119

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# HRT-224 — Hospitality Finance
3 credits · 3 hours
This course encompasses accounting principles unique to the hospitality industry and financial management strategies specific to hospitality-based businesses. Special emphasis is given to procedures that minimize costs while maintaining the full range of customer services. Other topics include accounting principles and procedures, elements of financial statements, maintaining financial statements, and analysis of financial records. Students use an industry related accounting management system to create and analyze reports. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ACC-101, HRT-105, HRT-121

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# HRT-229 — Corporate Travel Management Hospitality
3 credits · 3 hours
This course discusses the budget-driven needs of corporate travel purchasers and the convenience-based needs of the corporate traveler. The goal of the course is to use knowledge acquired in previous courses to control the travel spending of a corporation. This changes the focus from service, which is stressed in almost every other Hospitality course, to cost control. The role of the effective Travel Manager, who is challenged to balance these two competing needs in a corporate travel department, is studied. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# HRT-231 — Advanced Lodging Operations
3 credits · 3 hours
Following HRT-131 Front Office Operations, this course provides further study in the operations of lodging management. All major back-of-the-house areas are covered, including food and beverage, maintenance and engineering, housekeeping, and security. Students will use a current property management system to learn reporting functions, scheduling, yield and room management. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HRT-131

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# HSV-101 — Intro Human Services W/Field Practice
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory course covers the historical aspects of human services, the requirements and skills of the human services worker, administration and funding of agencies, and the dynamics of work in the profession with a 15 contact hour (per semester) service learning requirement at a human service organization. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HSV-112 — Addiction
3 credits · 3 hours
This course investigates the biological, psychological, and emotional forces involved in the addiction process. The course covers the major classes of psychoactive drugs by examining drug action, uses, and limitation. Social problems and the role of human services in prevention and intervention play an integral role in the course. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103, PSY-101

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# HSV-214 — Ethics in Human Services
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to identify ethical issues and to resolve ethical dilemmas when confronted with conflicting duties and choices that occur within the context of professional human service work at all levels of practice. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111, HSV-101, HSV-112

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# HSV-215 — Introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an introduction to human services and addictions, including the types of clients served, the duties of human service personnel, philosophy and dynamics of addictions treatment and an overview of state and community resources. Case studies are used to examine the development, identification, dynamics and recovery of addicts. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HSV-112, PSY-215

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# HSV-216 — Pre-Practicum Prep With Field Experience
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed to provide an orientation to practicum experiences in the human services program. Students will review the process for setting up a placement, understanding professional requirements for an interview, and complete a series of critical thinking and reflective assignments. A placement experience in a human service agency is required by the course following a CORI background check. A grade of B or higher is required in this course to allow for enrollment in further practicum coursework in the program. Pre/ Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# HSV-217 — Current Issues in Human Services
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the study of current issues in the human services delivery system with emphasis on human, legal, and civil rights, service delivery, and resource availability. Economic, political, and social changes in society that affect the delivery of human services with particular attention to the needs of housing, employment, health, nutrition, and well-being of participants in the system will be examined. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: HSV-101, PSY-101, PSY-215, PSY-224

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# HSV-218 — Case Management in Human Services
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an introductory course on case management that uses the framework of the strengths-based model in working with different populations. Through an integration of classroom lecture and discussion with experiential learning activities, key issues will be explored and examined in depth. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: PSY-215, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# HSV-219 — Current Issues for the Community Health Worker
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed to prepare community health workers to effectively support and assist their communities to achieve optimal levels of health and well-being. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: PSY-215, AHE-104, LCS-101B, RDG-095, ENG-095

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# HSV-220 — Practicum in Human Services I
3 credits · 3 hours
Practicum experiences in a human services setting to be completed the final semesters of study, including the 90-hour training in the national Family Development Credentialing program. Course runs during fall, spring, and early summer semester and must be started in the fall semester. The department assigns placement settings. Students must make application for placement and enrollment spring semester prior to fall registration. Acceptance into the human services program does not assure permission to enroll in the course or a placement assignment. A Criminal Offense Records Investigation (COR…
Prerequisites: HSV-216

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# HSV-221 — Practicum in Human Services II
3 credits · 3 hours
Practicum experiences in a human services setting to be completed the final semesters of study, including the 90-hour training in the national Family Development Credentialing program. Course runs during fall, spring, and early summer semester and must be started in the fall semester. The department assigns placement settings. Students must make application for placement and enrollment spring semester prior to fall registration. Acceptance into the human services program does not assure permission to enroll in the course or a placement assignment. A Criminal Offense Records Investigation (COR…
Prerequisites: HSV-220

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# HUM-120 — Self, Culture and Society
3 credits · 3 hours
This course uses a critical lens to examine the interrelationship among self, culture and society by integrating academic knowledge with personal experiences. Students engage in inclusive dialogue, create knowledge using diverse forms of media, personalize and map future goals, and explore career pathways. This course is designed to cultivate community among classmates and provide opportunities for mentorship by faculty, peers, and advisors. Students reflect on their role in creating a more just society that advances equity and values community cultural wealth. Each course section examines se…

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# INT-101 — Introduction to Yoga Studies
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores yoga, a diverse form of artistic human expression through an interdisciplinary perspective-from its origins to present day therapeutic applications for the mind, body, and spirit. Students will also examine multi-cultural beliefs on healing and healing traditions. Through writing assignments, students will reflect critically on their own practice and on topics introduced in the readings/discussions. The course will include an in-class yoga practice that will allow students to integrate course concepts with their yoga practice “on and off the mat” as students will apply yo…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# INT-110 — American Culture
3 credits · 3 hours
This interdisciplinary course focuses on the historical evolution of American beliefs and values and is designed for students from other cultures. Students study the way these values have shaped U.S. contemporary institutions such as education, business, the government, and the family. The course examines extensive cross-cultural comparisons with the students’ native cultures. Materials include film, music, and short works of literature. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# INT-299B — Learn and Earn Business Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Interdisciplinary internship course for Business Majors Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# INT-299E — Learn and Earn Engineering Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Interdisciplinary internship course for Engineering Majors Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# INT-299G — Learn and Earn Graphic Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Interdisciplinary internship course for Graphic Design majors Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# INT-299H — Learn and Earn Hospitality Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Interdisciplinary internship course for Hospitality majors Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# INT-299O — Learn and Earn OIM Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Interdisciplinary internship course for Office Information Management majors Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# INT-299P — Learn and Earn Paralegal Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Interdisciplinary internship course for Paralegal majors Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# ITL-101 — Elementary Italian I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the sounds and structures of Italian with emphasis on the acquisition of a limited but practical vocabulary and is designed for students with little or no previous knowledge of Italian. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# ITL-102 — Elementary Italian II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Elementary Italian I ( ITL-101 ), emphasizing speaking and reading skills. The course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. This course is in alternate years. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ITL-101

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# ITL-201 — Intermediate Italian I
3 credits · 3 hours
A review of basic language skills with increasing emphasis on conversational and readings skills. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ITL-102

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# ITL-202 — Intermediate Italian II
3 credits · 3 hours
A continuation of Intermediate Italian ( ITL-201 ) with greater emphasis through speaking, reading, and writing. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ITL-201

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# JPN-101 — Elementary Japanese I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the sounds and structures of the Japanese language with emphasis on the acquisition of a limited but useful vocabulary. The course is designed for students who want to learn essential Japanese as quickly and as effectively as possible. Students read and write with Hiragana and look into the world of Kanji. This course is not intended for native speakers or students who have studied this language within the last three years. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# JPN-102 — Elementary Japanese II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers a continuation of the study of basic structures of the Japanese language. The course stresses additional useful vocabulary through reading, writing, and conversation. The course covers material that allows students to learn essential Japanese as quickly and effectively as possible. The course emphasizes encouraging and ing students to obtain the ability to use the Japanese language in practical situations. It emphasizes student ease in interacting and communicating in an uncomplicated but adult language. Students read Kana and some basic Kanji. The course meets the General…
Prerequisites: JPN-101

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# JPN-201 — Intermediate Japanese I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers instruction in intermediate Japanese. Students will learn how to communicate and express various ideas. Students will learn how to form long and detailed sentences with emphasis on conversational skills. In addition, they will learn how to read and write some basic Kanji. Various aspects of Japanese culture and customs will be introduced and discussed throughout the semester. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: JPN-102

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# JPN-202 — Intermediate Japanese II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course turns to the basics of Japanese syntax in order to lead the student to the acquisition of increased proficiency in the modern Japanese language. The course is designed to learners consolidate their understanding of syntactical structures through lessons that focus on how to talk about topics relevant to daily life. This will increase students’ comprehension skills, and it will lead to stronger skills in reading and writing. Students at this stage are expected to become familiar with different forms of verbs (tense and aspect, etc.), time expressions, conditional clauses and other…
Prerequisites: JPN-201

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# KOR-101 — Elementary Korean I
3 credits · 3 hours
KOR-101 is an introductory Korean language course for students with little or no prior experience in Korean. It is the first semester of the first-year Korean sequence (KOR-101–KOR-102). Students will learn the Korean writing system (Hangul) and develop fundamental skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with emphasis on practical communication for everyday use. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes Notes Students with prior Korean experience should consult with the professor for appropriate course placement.

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# KOR-102 — Elementary Korean II
3 credits · 3 hours
KOR-102 is the second course in the first-year Korean sequence. It is intended for students who have completed KOR-101 or have equivalent foundational Korean skills. Students will continue developing their listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities through practical, real-life themes commonly encountered in everyday communication. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: KOR-101

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# LIT-201 — Introduction to Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course develops students’ ability to interpret, analyze, evaluate, and respond to ideas about literature. Students explore the nature, structure, and form of poetry, short stories, and drama. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-203 — Literature in America I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course traces the physical, moral, and psychological development of an emerging nation through its literature. The course examines themes of sin, guilt, justice, and equality in the historical movement of the nation from colonial settlement to westward expansion. The course includes works representative of the ethnic and racial diversity of American culture. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-204 — Literature in America II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course analyzes the crises of the nation from the Civil War through the twentieth century, as shown through its literature. The course examines the themes of progress, materialism, alienation, and corruption against the yardstick of opportunity, heroism, and individualism, which represent the traditional American dream. The course includes works representative of the ethnic and racial diversity of American culture. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-205 — English Literature I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines major themes, techniques, and genres in English literature from Beowulf to Samuel Johnson. Students read and discuss such authors as Chaucer, Spencer, Shakespeare, Donne, Milton, Swift, Pope, Addison, Gray, and Johnson. The list may vary. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-206 — English Literature II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course continues the survey of English literature by studying themes, techniques, and genres from the Romantic poets to the modern writers such as Joyce, Lawrence, and Eliot. The list may vary. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-207 — Literature and Society I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the role of literature as a mirror of the values and conflicts of a changing society. It also examines stereotypes associated with minorities and illustrates the role of literature in alerting society to social and moral injustice. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-211 — Masterpieces of World Literature I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course considers the landmarks of literature, from ancient times to the eighteenth century, which have shaped, reflected or criticized Western thought. The faculty select readings from Homer, Greek Drama, the Bible, Dante, Medieval Romance, and Shakespeare. Faculty may couple these readings with their contemporary versions or transformations by such twentieth century writers as Sartre, O’Neill, MacLeish, Stoppard, and Joyce. The list may vary. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-212 — Masterpieces of World Literature II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course continues the examination of the great works of the humanist tradition. Faculty select readings from the eighteenth century to the twentieth century from Moliere, Swift, Voltaire, Chekhov, Ibsen, Tolstoy, Conrad, Turgenev, Zola, Kafka, Singer, Bellow, Mishima, Orwell and Eliot. The list may vary. The course also includes an international studies module of the contemporary literature of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-217 — Children’s Literature I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to children’s literature in all its forms, from fables to fairy tales, from realistic fiction to fantasy, from nonsense to narrative poetry. The course covers works both classic and contemporary. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-218 — Children’s Literature II
3 credits · 3 hours
As follow-up to Children’s Literature I ( LIT-217 ), this course focuses on one of the most significant themes in literature, particularly in works written for children and young adults: the search for identity. The course examines full-length works, classics, contemporary novels and works of fantasy-that explore this theme. Discussion topics may include hero-worship, self-reliance, society’s view of the child, the impact of environment, and peer pressure. The course closely examines narrative techniques, especially point of view. The department recommends that students complete Children’s Li…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-219 — African Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This survey course of contemporary African literature exposes students to the diversity of the themes, styles and modes of expression peculiar to the enormous continent of Africa. Students study the oral tradition as it is reflected in folktales, stories, and poems. In addition to reading essays and articles about social and historical conditions that affect the literature of the continent, students read numerous short stories and at least three novels, each reflecting the culture of a different region of the continent. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pr…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-220 — Contemporary African American Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
The course will survey literature by African American authors from the last half of the twentieth century to the present day. We will examine poems, essays, novels and lyrics to explore the Civil Rights Era, Black Feminism, Hip Hop, LGBTQ issues, and the growing number of authors across the African diaspora who write about the African/African American experience. Among the topics we will explore are the oral tradition; the positive and negative effects of the Black arts movement; the re-envisioning of slavery in the modern imagination; intersections of race and sexuality; and cross cultural i…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-221 — Latin American Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the uniqueness of the Latin American experience as expressed in its literature. The course gives particular attention to those works that reflect the social, political, ethnic, or cultural values of Latin America. The course also examines the impact of Latin American themes and literary techniques on contemporary world literature. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-223 — Immigrant Experience in Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
The course explores the experience and contributions of the many ethnic groups who have shaped American culture. Short stories, novels, plays, essays, and poems present the bi-cultural American story told both by those whose roots have been long established in this country and by those who have more recently arrived. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-224 — Middle East Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the literature of the Middle East and provides students with an understanding of the impact of religion, tradition, and politics on the lives of people. Students read, analyze, and discuss a variety of letters, historical documents, short stories, and novels in an effort to understand Middle East cultures in their dimensions. The course fulfills a requirement for World Studies Emphasis certification. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-225 — Introduction to Dramatic Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines selected plays in an historical context to provide students with a basic awareness of theater development from ancient Greek drama to contemporary plays. The selection may vary from semester to semester. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-227 — African American Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the study of African American literature from slave narratives to classic twentieth century novels to contemporary poetry and short stories. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-229 — Sophocles & Shakespeare
3 credits · 3 hours
Through an exploration of plays by Sophocles and Shakespeare and critical readings based on the plays, the course will focus on themes that include prophecy and free will; speaking the truth to power; defining evil; and, finally, confronting evil. This is an Honors course, which counts as an Honors requirement for students in the Commonwealth Honors Program. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-230 — Asian American Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course interrogates the experiences of Asian American women and men living in the Americas. Although Asian Americans have lived in the U.S. since the 1700s, their stories have remained largely untold in mainstream American literature, the media, and the dominant society. Therefore, the purpose of this course is to examine these histories through literature and film. The course explores similarities and differences of women and men who are from various parts of Asia and immigrate to the Americas and the challenges Asian American women and men face. Topics the course addresses include nati…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-231 — Mystery and Detective Fiction
3 credits · 3 hours
The course will introduce students to the art of mystery and detective fiction, surveying the short story and novel form from its Edgar Allen Poe roots through contemporary developments in the genre. It will include works by well-known mystery writers such as Arthur Conan Doyle, Raymond Chandler, Agatha Christie, Sara Paretsky, and Walter Mosely as well as literary authors whose work shares elements of the mystery genre. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-233 — Gender and Literature And the Fool
3 credits · 3 hours
How has our idea of “femininity” and “masculinity” changed over time? In what ways do social and cultural influences affect our understanding of what it means to be a man or woman? By examining some of the theories contributing to the gender debate in the west, and applying critical reading to a variety of literature, students will seek a deeper understanding of gender identity and gender roles. In doing so, the class will examine the many ways sex and gender are influenced by distinctions of race, class and ethnicity. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-241 — Supernatural & Horror Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will analyze short and long works that deal with a variety of aspects of the supernatural. Students will read both classic and contemporary works by authors such as Bram Stoker, Robert Bloch, Ira Levin, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelly, Henry James, Edgar Allen Poe, Stephen King, Shirley Jackson, and H.P. Lovecraft. The course explores the metaphorical roles that belief in and interest about the supernatural play in our culture and in our lives. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-242 — LGBTQ Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to contemporary literature by and about LGBT/Queer people. We will examine the intersections of LGBT/Q people across gender identity, race, class, ability, etc. Through engagement with novels, short stories, and movies, we will identify and discuss major social and political issues that shape LGBT/Q experiences. To frame these conversations and deepen our understanding, primary works will be paired with cultural criticism. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# LIT-250 — Black Women in Literature
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines literature by and about Black women from diverse cultural backgrounds. We will investigate the intersections and divergent experiences of Black women across gender, class, sexuality, ideology, as well as the influence of colorism. Our exploration of novels, short stories, poetry, creative non-fiction, music, and drama will us to analyze how these cultural categories attempt to define Black womanhood. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# MRC-111 — MR Concepts I
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course begins with MR screening and safety, legal and ethical principles, patient assessment, monitoring and management and interpersonal communications. Other content includes infection control, MR instrumentation, fundamental principles, data manipulation and sequence parameters and options. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MRC-211 — MR Concepts II
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course presents MR imaging procedures of the head and neck, spine, thorax, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal system, including protocol considerations, contrast, and patient positioning. Other content includes but is not limited to sequence parameters, image quality, quality assurance, and quality control. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MRC-111

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# MRC-299 — MR Clinical Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This 100-hour clinical introduction will enhance the academic experience for students by introducing them to the clinical practice of MRI. Students are responsible for providing their own clinical site. Clinical sites must be pre-approved by program faculty. Students must comply with the clinical policies, as stated in the Internship Handbook, before attending clinical. Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check will be conducted on all students before placement, and the outcome may impact the student’s ability to participate in the internship experience. Health clearance is also requi…
Prerequisites: MRC-111

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# MAC-111 — Mammography Principles I
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course presents the concepts of equipment design, technical factors and compares analog to digital mammography equipment and techniques. Quality assurance and special patient situations, as well as interventional procedures will also be discussed. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MAC-211 — Mammography Principles II
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course presents the Mammography Principles II concepts of equipment design, technical factors and compares analog to digital mammography equipment and techniques. Quality assurance and special patient situations, as well as interventional procedures will also be discussed. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MAC-111

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# MAC-299 — Mammography Clinical Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This 100-hour clinical introduction will enhance the academic experience for students by introducing them to the clinical practice of mammography. Students are responsible for providing their own clinical site. Clinical sites must be pre-approved by program faculty. Students must comply with the clinical policies, as stated in the Student Manual before attending clinical. Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) checks will be conducted on all students before placement, and the outcome may impact the student’s ability to participate in the internship experience. Health clearance is also re…
Prerequisites: MAC-111

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# MAN-105 — Principles of Marketing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a study of the basic principles of marketing and the application of these principles in today’s changing competitive environment. The focus of this course is on the behavior of the consumer market and the product, pricing, promotion and distribution decisions employed to create consumer satisfaction. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-090, ESL-099, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# MAN-106 — International Marketing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the study of marketing strategies adapted to fit the special requirements of international marketing structures, as well as the differing cultural, political, and legal environments. Students examine the marketing forces that play an important role in deciding the feasibility of internationalizing a product. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MAN-105

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# MAN-107 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an introductory course for those interested in starting or running their own business. Students will assess how technology and innovation, demographics, economics and social changes create business opportunities. Students will evaluate the feasibility of business ideas based on strengths, weaknesses, financial goals and competitive threats. Students will also identify desirable characteristics of leading entrepreneurs to identify skills and behaviors which lead to success. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ESL-098, RDG-095, ELL-103

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# MAN-111 — Principles of Management
3 credits · 3 hours
The skills and functions, theories and principles of management are studied in respect to the socio-cultural environment within which a firm operates. An emphasis on decision-making, organizational strategy, planning and system design provides a framework for examining the application of management concepts in the modern business world and the evaluation of organization problems and issues. Note: For the Business Concentration, Management, and Finance options, BUS-101 is also required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ESL-099, RDG-095, ENG-090, ELL-103, BUS-101

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# MAN-112 — Organizational Behavior/Design
3 credits · 3 hours
Organizational behavior and design, social systems and contemporary management issues are explored and experienced, with an emphasis on the interrelationship of culture, organizational structure and policies upon individual, group and organizational performance. Topics include: leadership styles, learning, motivation, group structure, decision-making, group dynamics, and problem solving. Concepts and issues of power, conflict, change and organizational processes that impact interpersonal or social settings, group interactions or the workplace environment are examined. This course meets the Ge…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ESL-099, RDG-095, ENG-090, ELL-103

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# MAN-201 — Management Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
Engaged in diagnosing business issues and managerial problems posed through actual real life case studies, students conduct strategic analysis in a variety of individual and competitive situations. Teams identify strategic issues; propose workable plans of action; explain, present and defend their assessments; where applicable, drawing upon prior course study/life experiences and library and Internet research to convert a sound industry/business analysis into a sound, realistic, action agenda supported by evidence. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes This course is a Capstone course a…
Prerequisites: MAN-105, MAN-111

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# MAN-204 — Entrepreneurship and Innovation
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students develop the skills and creativity to cultivate and market innovative ventures. This course uses an experiential approach to provide students with a foundation for innovative thinking and to prepare them for entrepreneurial projects. The class examines entrepreneurial theories, practices and thought processes. In critical thinking exercises, students examine the difference between entrepreneurship and innovation. Through case study reviews and other activities, the class evaluates the viability of new business enterprises and develops strategies to market them successf…
Prerequisites: MAN-107

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# MAN-207 — Small Business Management
3 credits · 3 hours
Starting and managing a small business requires strong leadership capabilities and unique business and management skills. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the issues small business owners must understand to become a successful start-up or to manage an existing business successfully. This practitioner-oriented course focuses on ing students understand their leadership capabilities and to compare their capabilities with the necessary requirements. Students will prepare a business plan to understand the importance of effective planning and conduct a field study that involve…
Prerequisites: ACC-102, ACC-105, MAN-111, MAN-105

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# MAN-215 — Project Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines concepts and applied techniques for cost-effective management of both long-term development programs and smaller short-term projects. Special focus on planning, controlling, and coordinating efforts of multiple individuals and/or working groups, such as those found in large scale software and engineering programs, and in critical research and development projects. Case studies and classroom simulations are used extensively to teach students the effective integration of analytical/technological tools and organizational design and supervisor approaches. Students enrolled in…
Prerequisites: CIT-110, MAT-097, MAT-098, RDG-095

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# MAN-299 — Business Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course enhances the academic experience for students. All internships take place at pre-approved sites. Students engage in activities that improve knowledge of the practical world of work and them gain professional experience. The internship experience applies resources gained from students’ study to improve the quality of their contributions to the employer. A faculty coordinator supervises and grades all courses. Students are responsible for following all guidelines in the BHCC Internship Handbook. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# CHN-101 — Elementary Mandarin I
3 credits · 3 hours
A beginning level course in modern standard Mandarin Chinese, mainly for students with no experience in the language. The goal of the course is to develop in the students through a multi-approach the four basic skills in the Mandarin language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course content is geared to use in real life, and the teaching method emphasizes mutual understanding and appreciation of cultures that differ from one’s own and draws on the experiences and backgrounds of both the instructor and students. After a semester’s study in this course, students are expected to ha…

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# CHN-102 — Elementary Mandarin II
3 credits · 3 hours
The course builds on the basic skills learned in Mandarin I. It is designed for students who might be planning to visit China for business, pleasure or for further study, and it will teach students some of the unique cultural practices of the country will be introduced, from the forms of courtesy to the way of asking questions. The objective of the course will be to sharpen students’ oral and written communication skills. We will focus on everyday situations and combine practice in speaking with exercises in writing. The course will stress clarity in writing, and will teach students how to th…
Prerequisites: CHN-101

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# MAT-093 — Foundations of Mathematics
3 credits · 3 hours
Topics include solving applied problems with whole numbers, decimals and fractions; ratios and proportions; rates; percentages and applications in sales tax, interest, commissions, and discounts; determining numerical averages and medians; exponents and square roots; measurement; and geometry. Technology is incorporated to facilitate problem solving. This course does not satisfy degree requirements. Course requires an additional lab hour. Upon completion of this course with a grade of C or higher, students enroll in Foundations of Algebra ( MAT-097 ). Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MAT-097 — Foundations of Algebra
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Foundations of Math ( MAT-093 ). Topics include algebraic expressions, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, exponents and scientific notation, introduction to polynomials, and systems of linear equations and their graphs. Technology is incorporated to facilitate problem solving. This course does not satisfy degree requirements. Course many require an additional lab hour. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MAT-093

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# MAT-098 — Pre-Statistics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed as a substitute for Foundations of Algebra ( MAT-097 ) for non-STEM students who will be taking Statistics I ( MAT-181 ) for their program requirements. Topics include being able to summarize and analyze data distributions both numerically and graphically. Evaluating linear equations while understanding the concepts of slope, intercepts, inequalities, correlation and regression will be discussed. The concept of probability and probability distributions will be introduced for both discrete and continuous variables. This course does not satisfy degree requirements. Ed. C…
Prerequisites: MAT-093

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# MAT-099 — Intermediate Algebra
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Foundations of Algebra ( MAT-097 ). Topics in this course include polynomial arithmetic, introduction to functions, factoring, roots and radicals, rational expressions, absolute value inequalities, quadratic equations and the quadratic formula, and solving applied problems. This course does not satisfy degree requirements. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-098, MAT-100, MAT-133

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# MAT-100 — Topics in Career Math
3 credits · 3 hours
This course applies basic arithmetic techniques to the following business topics: percentage, trade and cash discounts, merchandising, depreciation, simple and compound interest, and present value. The course covers additional topics that faculty choose from taxes, payroll, statistics, insurance, notes and drafts, installment buying, checking accounts, inventories, costing out, and the metric system. This course is appropriate only for Associate in Science students in Culinary Arts. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MAT-093, MAT-133

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# MAT-133 — Introduction to Metric System
1 credits · 1 hours
This course enables students to recognize and use metric terms, roughly measure using body parts, and use estimation within the metric system. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MAT-171 — Finite Mathematics
3 credits · 3 hours
Set theory, coordinate systems and graphs, matrices and linear systems, linear programming, and probability are considered in this course. Applications to business and the social sciences are emphasized. This course meets the General Education requirement for Quantitative Problem Solving. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-100, MAT-133

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# MAT-172 — Contemporary Math I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers varied mathematical topics that have applications in contemporary society. Topics include mathematical logic (inductive/deductive reasoning, truth tables, statements, inverse, converse, contrapositive), the real number system, modular arithmetic, numeral systems (base n), number theory (primes, GCF, LCM, Euclidean Division), and patterns and sequences. The course encourages students to interpret, analyze, and evaluate from a mathematical perspective and will incorporate the use of technology or digital media as appropriate. The course meets the General Education requirement…
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-100, MAT-133

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# MAT-174 — Quantitative Reasoning
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed for students in non-STEM programs of study. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, growth phenomena (linear, exponential, and logarithmic), and financial mathematics. There is an emphasis on applications using technology. Spreadsheet software will be integrated into the course and a scientific calculator is required. This course meets the General Education requirement for Quantitative Problem Solving. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-100, MAT-133

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# MAT-181 — Statistics I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers statistical concepts and methods. Topics include data organization, averages and variation; elementary probability; binomial, normal, and t-distributions; estimation and hypothesis testing; and linear correlation and regression. The course meets the General Education requirement for Quantitative Problem Solving. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-100, MAT-133

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# MAT-193 — Topics in Algebra/Trigonometry
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an intensive one-semester survey of topics in algebra and trigonometry. Topics include powers of ten, formulas, graphs, simultaneous equations, logarithms, right triangle trigonometry, vectors, sine waves, and complex numbers. Topics are illustrated by applications from electronics and other fields. Use of scientific calculator is required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-097, MAT-100, MAT-133

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# MAT-194 — College Algebra for STEM
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is designed for science, technology, engineering, computer science, and mathematics students and provides a solid preparation for Precalculus. Course study will focus on functions and their graphs (polynomial, absolute value, rational, radical, piecewise, exponential and logarithmic functions, algebra of functions, analyzing functions, and related applications). Additional topics include: equations and inequalities, complex numbers, conic sections, systems of equations, partial fractions, linear programming, and an introduction to matrices. Technology and digital media resources w…
Prerequisites: MAT-099

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# MAT-197 — Precalculus
4 credits · 4 hours
This course covers the following topics: functions and their graphs, polynomial functions, rational and radical functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, elements of trigonometry and trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, and sequence and series notation. A graphing calculator is required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-194

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# MAT-231 — Calculus for Management Science
4 credits · 4 hours
This one-semester course covers topics designed for students in business, economics, and the social sciences. Topics include limits, differentiation and integration of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions, optimization, and other applications. A graphing calculator is required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-194

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# MAT-281 — Calculus I
4 credits · 4 hours
This course reviews concepts of functions, graphs and trigonometry to support the exploration of limits, derivatives, and basic integration. Topics will include limits, continuity, algebraic and trigonometric differentiation, applications of the derivative, the definite and indefinite integral, methods of integration, application of integration to determination of area, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and integration by substitution. A graphing calculator required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-197

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# MAT-282 — Calculus II
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a continuation of Calculus I ( MAT-281 ) and begins with a study of numerical integration. Techniques of integration are applied to the following topics: transcendental functions (including their derivatives), area of region between two curves, volume, integration by parts, trigonometric substitution, partial fractions, and improper integrals. Sequences and series are examined with an emphasis on determining convergence or divergence. Taylor and Maclaurin series will also be studied. A graphing calculator is required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-281

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# MAT-283 — Calculus III
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a continuation of Calculus II ( MAT-282 ) and includes plane curves, parametric equations, vectors, vector-valued functions, tangent and normal vectors, arc-length and curvature, functions of several variables, directional derivatives, gradients, extrema of functions of several variables, Lagrange multipliers, line integrals, Green’s Theorem, surface integrals, the Divergence Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and applications to physical sciences and engineering. A graphing Calculator is required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-282

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# MAT-285 — Ordinary Differential Equations
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will include first and higher order differential equations and applications, series solutions of differential equations, Laplace transforms, systems of linear first order differential equations and numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations. Emphasis will be placed on analytical techniques and engineering applications aided by the use of computer software. Material on linear systems will be incorporated. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-282

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# MAT-291 — Linear Algebra
4 credits · 4 hours
This course will include linear systems of equations, matrix operations, determinants, linear dependency, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Proofs by mathematical induction and contradiction will be incorporated. Emphasis will be placed on mathematical structure and axiomatic reasoning aided by the use of computer software. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-281

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# NHP-180 — Medical Terminology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides instruction in the development of basic medical terminology. Competency in medical terminology promotes effective communication among members of the healthcare team. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-101 — Introduction to Ultrasound
2 credits · 2 hours
This course provides introductory exposure to the field of diagnostic medical sonography. The history and development of the modality as well as relevant medical terminology and vocabulary will be presented. Other topics discussed include caring for patients across cultural lines, the role of a sonographer in the medical field, and the prevention of repetitive strain injuries. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-105 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with the theory of ultrasound physics and instrumentation. Topics will include the characteristics of sound waves and the way in which ultrasound is utilized in imaging. Propagation of sound, attentuation and acoustic impedance as well as reflection and scattering will be discussed. Ultrasound equipment components, including transducer construction and recording devices will be covered in great detail. Doppler principles including color Doppler will be examined. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-106 — Introduction to Cardiac Scanning
2 credits · 2 hours
This course prepares the adult echo student for future clinical placement. Emphasis in this course will be placed upon orienting the student to the on campus ultrasound lab and the ultrasound systems. Topics covered will include cardiac anatomy, and standard imaging planes and acoustic views utilized in Cardiac Ultrasound. The student will begin to practice necessary scanning skills for placement into Cardiac Sonography Clinical I. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-107 — Introduction to Medical Radiography
2 credits · 2 hours
This course covers introductory exposure to the fields of medical radiography and ultrasound. The course covers the history of development of the two modalities, as well as an introduction to radiation protection. The importance of communication between the radiographer and the patient in a diverse environment will be stressed. Other topics will include legal and ethical issues in radiography and medical terminology. This will be a hybrid course, with a web-delivered component. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-109 — Patient Care for Medical Imaging
4 credits · 4 hours
This lab course covers organization and standards of the medical establishment: basic patient care procedures including vital signs, safety, immobility, body mechanics, and medical asepsis; CPR; and basic EKG, oxygen administration, and venipuncture skills. The importance of communication between the radiographer and the patient will be stressed. Simulated laboratory sessions offer students an opportunity to return demonstrated techniques. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-111 — Imaging Technology I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers topics in physics of special significance in radiography. Specific areas include Newton’s Laws, and the concepts of mass force, energy, work, and power. It includes heat and its production and transfer. It emphasizes the physics of wave motion. The course covers some general concepts of modern physics including Einstein’s energy equation, the Heisenberg Principle, and quantum concepts. A computer component introduces students to the principles and background of computers. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-112 — Echo I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers a comprehensive study of adult echocardiography. It begins with an introduction to cardiac embryology, M-mode, two-dimensional and Doppler, and color Doppler technique. The course also covers transducer orientation and ultrasound appearance of the normal heart and abnormal echo findings in such conditions as valvular heart disease, prosthetic heart valves, pericardial disease, and cardiac tumors. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-101, MIG-109

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# MIG-115 — Interpretation I
4 credits · 4 hours
This course covers an integrated approach to the echocardiography technique. Students view the Mayo Clinic tapes and discuss the basic anatomy, transducer positions, and patient preparation that are necessary in the performance of these examinations. Students practice their skill in a hands-on setting and relate this experience to the didactic material presented in their echo classes and on the Mayo tapes. Students discuss pathologic processes to further enhance their understanding of the echo presentation of various valvular heart diseases. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-101, MIG-109

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# MIG-119 — Echo II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of the material introduced in Echo I and Interpretation I. The focus of this course will be on left ventricular function in both systole and diastole. Other topics covered in detail will include cardiomyopathies, and coronary artery disease. A strong emphasis will be placed on cardiovascular physiology as it relates to the disease entities discussed. Sonographic technique,including Doppler will be covered as it relates to the evaluation and diagnosis of cardiac diseases. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-112, MIG-115

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# MIG-120 — Radiologic Imaging I
3 credits · 3 hours
Using lecture and lab sessions, this course presents an introduction to the basic elements necessary for the production of the radiographic image. Course content will include but not be limited to: the role of the radiologic technologist on the healthcare team, the function of the PACS in today’s digital department, digital image receptors (CR, indirect and direct DR), analog imaging systems, latent image formation, processing, filtration and beam restrictors, and technique. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-107

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# MIG-122 — Positioning I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers basic principles of patient positioning as applied to medical radiography. The course provides both lecture and lab experiences to students achieve competency in radiographic examination of the chest, abdomen, and upper and lower extremities. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-124F — FT Medical Radiography Clinical I
2 credits · 2 hours
This course introduces students to the hospital and its radiology department. The course centers activities on observation and assisting with various basic radiographic procedures. Students begin to develop competency in the performance of radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, and upper extremities. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, online tracking software, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Two days/week with 16 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-124P — Part Time Medical Radiography Clinical I
1 credits · 1 hours
This course introduces students to the hospital and its radiology department. The course centers activities on observation and assisting with various basic radiographic procedures. Students begin to develop competency in the performance of radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, and upper extremities. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, online clinical tracking software, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Two evenings/week with 8 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-126 — Positioning II
3 credits · 3 hours
Using lecture and lab sessions, this course s students achieve competency in the performance of radiographic examinations of the vertebral column and pelvic girdle. In addition, students study the principle of contrast agent administration in conjunction with radiographic examination of the urinary system, upper and lower gastrointestinal tract and gall bladder. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-122

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# MIG-128F — Full Time Medical Radiography II
2 credits · 2 hours
This course covers a continuation of the clinical experience. Students assist in and observe an increasing number of different radiographic examinations as studied in Positioning I ( MIG -122 ). Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment and/or uniforms. Class Meets Two days/week, with 16 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-124F

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# MIG-128P — Part Time Medical Radiography Clin II
1 credits · 1 hours
This course covers a continuation of the clinical experience. Students assist in and observe an increasing number of different radiographic examinations as studied in Positioning I ( MIG-122 ). Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment and/or uniforms. Class Meets Two evenings/week with 8 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-124P

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# MIG-131 — Imaging Informatics I
4 credits · 4 hours
This introductory hybrid course presents major concepts of state-of-the-art imaging informatics and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) administration. Topics presented include but are not limited to: DICOM, DICOM associations, ACR guidelines, the PACS system components, functions and required infrastructure, modality integration, security, and HIPAA compliance. The integration of the PACS system with the Hospital Information (HIS) and Radiology Information (RIS) Systems, and the perspective of various stakeholders of the Imaging lnformatics/PACS enterprise environment will be…

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# MIG-133 — Imaging Informatics II
4 credits · 4 hours
This hybrid course covers the more complex aspects of Imaging Informatics/Picture Archiving & Communication Systems and proceeds to advanced topics including but not limited to: Data management and image distribution, teleradiology, PACS system security, clinical PACS acceptance, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, common pitfalls and challenges, loading of software onto client servers, archive back-up, disaster recovery, DICOM-based Medical Imaging Informatics, the Electronic Health Record, Computer Aided Diagnosis and integration with PACS, training considerations for staff, and new…
Prerequisites: CIT-141, MIG-131

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# MIG-161 — Intro to Diagnostic Imaging and PACs
3 credits · 3 hours
Designed for students with previous experience in Medical Imaging or Computer Science who wish to pursue a career in PACS administration, this course introduces the students to the history of medical imaging with a focus on state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging, the DICOM standard, and the clinical relevance of PACS to the members of the Radiology Department, referring physicians, the overall delivery of healthcare. For additional information and/or syllabus contact CITDept@bhcc.edu . Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-201 — Echo III
4 credits · 4 hours
This continuation course of Echo I and II covers advanced cardiac interpretation and echo features of coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. Students discuss a basic overview of pediatric echo and congenital heart disease. The course reviews related echo material before placement in the clinical sites. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-119

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# MIG-203 — Interpretation II
3 credits · 3 hours
This continuation course of Interpretation I covers an integrated approach to the echocardiography technique. Students review the Mayo Clinic tapes and discuss the development of skills necessary to exercise independent judgment and discretion in the performance of echocardiographic examinations. Students review and critique weekly case studies. The class uses group demonstrations to highlight the patient/sonographer/physician interactions. Students learn pathologic processes in order to build on their knowledge base in the interpretation of normal and abnormal echo features. Gen. Ed. Course…
Prerequisites: MIG-112, MIG-119

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# MIG-205 — Vascular Ultrasound
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an introduction to the fundamentals of vascular ultrasound. It includes hemodynamics, Doppler spectral analysis, and duplex visualization of the cerebrovascular system. Content includes carotid, venous and transcranial Doppler techniques. Additional topics include physiological testing of the arterial system. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-105

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# MIG-207 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation for the Cardiac Sonographer
2 credits · 2 hours
This course is a continuation of Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation and is designed for the cardiac sonography student to integrate their knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation with clinical practice of actually producing a high-quality diagnostic image. Image quality will be stressed throughout this course through the use of hands-on applications in the ultrasound lab. Additional topics discussed will include: spectral display, image artifacts, bioeffects and safety, as well as discussions relating to 3D ultrasound and contrast agents. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-105, MIG-119

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# MIG-211 — Cardiac Sonography Clinical I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the development of students’ skills in the performance of echocardiograms at the clinical sites. Under supervision of their clinical instructor and the BHCC clinical coordinator, students gain knowledge through scanning patients in the clinical setting. Students’ performances are evaluated through clinical competencies in each related echo area. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Three days/week. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MIG-213 — Cardiac Sonography Clinical II
4 credits · 4 hours
This course covers a continuation of clinical practical experience in echocardiography and further refines students’ skill in the performance of echocardiograms. Under supervision of their clinical instructor and the BHCC clinical coordinator, students enhance their interpretive skills and continue hands-on experience at the clinical sites. Students’ performances are evaluated through clinical competencies in each related echo area. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Four days/week. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-211

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# MIG-215 — Echo IV/Interpretation
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a continuation of Echo III and Interpretation. This course will deal with advanced echo techniques including TEE and stress echocardiography. Related cardiac procedures outside the area of ultrasound that aid in the detection of cardiovascular diseases will be discussed, such as cardiac angiography and MRA. In addition related pharmacology in the area of cardiovascular medicine will be introduced. Additional topics will include diseases of the aorta and pericardium. This class will aid the student in coordinating the multi facets of an adult echocardiogram including interperson…
Prerequisites: MIG-201

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# MIG-216 — Advanced Interpretation Seminar
2 credits · 2 hours
This is an interactive course that provides the cardiac sonography student the opportunity to enhance their cardiac sonography interpretation skills through the use of actual case studies presented on DVD or other media. A review of cardiovascular principles and ultrasound physics will occur and the student will test their knowledge using ARDMS mock registry software. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-211

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# MIG-217 — Cardiac Sonography Clinical III
4 credits · 4 hours
This course covers a continuation of clinical practical experience in echocardiography. Under supervision of the clinical instructor and the BHCC clinical coordinator, students enhance their skills in performing echocardiograms. Faculty evaluate students’ performances through clinical competencies in each related echo area. Students gain competency in the performance of echocardiograms. Students also obtain related experience in examinations such as stress echo and transesophageal. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Five days/week. Ed. Course No…
Prerequisites: MIG-213

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# MIG-220 — Positioning III
2 credits · 2 hours
This course applies the fundamentals of Positioning I and II to advanced level radiographic examinations. Lecture and lab sessions cover anatomy and radiography of the skull, facial bones, and sinuses, TMJ, mastoids, and other advanced skull exams. The course provides an introduction to advanced exams including arthrograms and myelograms. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-126

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# MIG-222F — Full-Time Medical Radiography Clin III
3 credits · 3 hours
This course allows students to expand upon skills developed during earlier clinical experience. Students assume more direct responsibility for specific radiographic examination. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Four days/week with 32 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-128F

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# MIG-222P — Part Time Medical Radiography Clin III
1 credits · 1 hours
This course allows students to expand upon skills developed during earlier clinical experience. Students assume more direct responsibility for specific radiographic examinations. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Two evenings/week, with 8 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-128P

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# MIG-224 — Radiologic Technology II
3 credits · 3 hours
Using lecture and lab sessions, this course presents the x-ray circuit in form and function. Topics include, but are not limited to, characteristics of x-rays, wave-particle duality, x-ray production, target interactions, photon interactions with matter, digital and conventional fluoroscopy, and electronic imaging units. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-111

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# MIG-226 — Radiologic Imaging II
3 credits · 3 hours
Using lecture and lab sessions, this course explores the concepts of quality assurance, quality control and film critique. Additional topics include but are not limited to: advance digital concepts, cardiovascular and interventional techniques, computers in imaging, and special radiographic procedures. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-120

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# MIG-227 — Pharmacology of Radiology
1 credits · 1 hours
This course is designed to provide basic concepts of pharmacology to the medical radiography student. Content includes chemical, generic and trade names for select drugs; pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles of select drugs; classification of drugs; action, effects, uses and side effects of select drugs on imaging procedures; categories of contrast agents; pharmacology of barium and iodine compounds; dose calculations for adult and pediatric patients; legal and ethical status of the radiographer’s role in drug administration; and the radiographer’s professional liability concerning…
Prerequisites: MIG-109, BIO-204

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# MIG-228F — Full-Time Medical Radiography Clin V
3 credits · 3 hours
This course allows students to develop additional experience in the materials covered in Positioning I, Positioning II, and Positioning III, and to further expand their clinical skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Three days/week with 24 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-222F

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# MIG-228P — Part-Time Medical Radiography Clin V
5 credits · 5 hours
This course allows students to develop additional experience in the materials covered in Positioning I, Positioning II, and Positioning III, and to further expand their clinical skills. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Five days/week, with 35 hours of clinical practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-222P

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# MIG-230 — Radiation Protection
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an overview of the effects of ionizing radiation on the human body and the protective measures available to minimize those effects. The course examines the effects that produce somatic as well as genetic changes. This course stresses methods of limiting and monitoring radiation exposure to personnel, patients, and the general population. Students gain a personal frame of reference regarding the importance of this issue today. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-226

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# MIG-234 — CT/Cross Section Anatomy
2 credits · 2 hours
This course introduces students to CT (Computerized Axial Tomography) history, the development of CT equipment configuration, and the basic scanning protocols. The course exposes students to cross-sectional anatomy, which is necessary for proficiency in the areas of CT, Ultrasound and MRI. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: BIO-204

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# MIG-236F — FT Medical Radiography Clinical V
3 credits · 3 hours
This final phase of medical radiography instruction allows students an opportunity to review and assess clinical skills acquired during their training. At the end of this rotation students are clinically proficient in general radiography. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Class Meets Three days/week with 24 clinical hours of practice weekly. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-228F

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# MIG-251 — Advanced PACS Seminar
3 credits · 3 hours
This capstone seminar explores the day-to-day responsibilities of a PACS administrator. Topics discussed include the responsibilities of the position, the expectations of various stakeholders in healthcare delivery, and the impact of PACS performance on healthcare delivery. The issues of maintenance, considerations for purchase of a system, frequently asked questions, and the process of rolling out a new system are also explored. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-161, CIT-141

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# MIG-261 — Sectional Anatomy
3 credits · 3 hours
This interactive, web-based course is designed to provide an in-depth look at sectional anatomy, and its particular relevance to the fields of CT and MR. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: BIO-203, BIO-204

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# MIG-299 — PACS Administration Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course enhances the academic experience for students. All internships take place at pre-approved sites. The course allows students to apply learned skills in the actual medical environment. Students must complete weekly didactic work in addition to the clinical hours. Students must comply with the Internship requirements, as stated in the Internship Handbook, before registering for the course. Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) checks will be conducted on all students before placement, and the outcome may impact the student’s eligibility to participate in the internship experien…

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# MIG-299B — PACS Business Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This 100-hour internship enhances the academic experience for students. All business internships take place at pre-approved industry sites with mentoring by industry representatives. Professionals with clinical experience will benefit from the industry perspective of relevant training for imaging informatics, including daily challenges such as the identification of customer needs, collaboration with healthcare stakeholders in designing appropriate PACS systems, implementation concerns and actual issues, as well as the evaluation of customer satisfaction. This 100-hour business internship will…

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# MLA-120 — Medical Terminology Clinical Lab Prof
1 credits · 1 hours
This course explores the roots of all medical terminology as it pertains to clinical laboratory professionals. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MLA-121 — MLA I: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing
4 credits · 4 hours
This course explores the nature and scope of phlebotomy and specimen processing. The primary focus will be on the role of proper collection and handling of patient samples. Students will learn the methods needed for proper specimen processing, set up, and waived testing procedures. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MLA-222 — MLA II: Clinical Laboratory Techniques
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is designed for the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA or CLA). This course consists of the clinical laboratory techniques needed to develop skills with the use of a microscope, instrumentation management including quality control and maintenance, proper pipetting skills, laboratory information system (LIS) and how to support clinical laboratory staff. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLA-120, MLA-121

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# MLA-223 — MLA III: Clinical Practicum
4 credits · 4 hours
Students acquire knowledge and experience of laboratory practices and procedures at one of the college’s clinical laboratory affiliates. The practicum prepares the student in an actual clinical work environment. Rotation order through departments is subject to affiliate laboratory schedules. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLA-121, MLA-222

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# MLT-101 — Introduction to Medical Lab Science and Urinalysis
4 credits · 4 hours
This course explores the nature and scope of work in the clinical laboratory. The primary focus will be the role of the laboratory in the healthcare system, duties of the Medical Laboratory Technician and professional conduct, safety in the laboratory, laboratory mathematics and quality control. The laboratory will include exercises that reflect each of the major clinical laboratory sub-disciplines: Clincal Chemistry, Diagnostic Microbiology, Hematology, and Blood Banking. Additional laboratory exercises will focus on routine urinalysis as well as normal and abnormal physiological functions o…

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# MLT-211 — Hematology & Hemostasis
4 credits · 4 hours
This course consists exploring the theory and practice of routine hematology. Topics include the collection and handling of clinical specimens, the origin, development, and function of human blood cells in health and disease, hemostasis, and coagulation, automation, and quality control. Routine hematology and coagulation testing will be emphasized. Class Meets 3hrs. lecture; 3hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLT-101, MLT-213

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# MLT-212 — Medical Microbiology & Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a comprehensive study of both theory and practical aspects of clinical microbiology. Emphasis will be placed on the collection and handling of clinical specimens as well as the primary isolation and identification of the most frequently encountered bacteria pathogenic to humans. Other topics discussed include antimicrobial chemotherapy and host resistance. Other organisms examined include fungi and parasites. This course is open only to admitted CLS students. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLT-101, MLT-213

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# MLT-213 — Immunology & Serology
4 credits · 4 hours
This course introduces the theoretical principles of immunology which involve the structure, function, and interactions of the immune system. The serological techniques useful in the diagnosis of many diseases will be reviewed and performed. Class Meets 3hrs. lecture; 3hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MLT-241 — Immunohematology
4 credits · 4 hours
This course consists of the study of the genetic basis and immunological interaction of the major blood group antigens and antibodies. Topics will include compatibility testing, antibody screening and identification techniques, blood donation, transfusion therapy, record keeping, and quality control techniques. Class Meets 3hrs. lecture; 3hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLT-101, MLT-213

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# MLT-242 — Clinical Chemistry
4 credits · 4 hours
The primary focus of the course is the biochemical analysis of blood and body fluids in health and disease. Topics include routine manual and automated testing methods, electrophoresis, molecular techniques, safety practices and quality control. Class Meets 3hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLT-101, MLT-213

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# MLT-243 — Parasitology and Mycology
2 credits · 2 hours
This course will introduce the students to parasitology and mycology and its effect on human health. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLT-211, MLT-212, MLT-241

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# MLT-251 — Clinical Laboratory Sciences Practicum
12 credits · 12 hours
This course consists of practicum experiences at one of the college’s clinical affiliates in which the student acquires knowledge and experiences in laboratory practices and procedures. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MLT-241, MLT-242

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# MUS-101 — Music Fundamentals
3 credits · 3 hours
This course serves as an introduction to reading and making music. Topics include pitches, rhythms, scales, intervals, chords, and other music terminology. This course also introduces critical thinking about music and how it relates to society and culture. This course is designed for beginners with little or no experience in reading music. This course is not a qualifying elective in the Music Concentration (Music Concentration majors should enroll in the required course MUS-103 Introduction to Music Theory , or contact the Department Chairperson to take a placement examination). This course m…
Prerequisites: ESL-088, ESL-089, RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# MUS-103 — Introduction to Music Theory
3 credits · 3 hours
This course serves as an introduction to music theory, music notation, and ear training. This course is designed for Music Concentration majors (or those who plan to enroll in several music courses) who either do not read music well or would benefit from additional study and review. Topics include note reading, rhythm and meter, scales, intervals, chords, score reading, various musical terms, and critical thinking about music. This course also introduces sight-reading of rhythms, melodies, and intervals, as well as recognizing them by ear. Students with significant music reading experience sh…
Prerequisites: ESL-088, ESL-089, RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# MUS-105 — Music Theory and Aural Skills I
4 credits · 4 hours
In this course, students develop an understanding of how music works. Through analysis, composition, and other exercises, students learn the theory of music, with particular emphasis on chord progressions and their relationship to melody and song structure. Additionally, in the laboratory component of this course, students will develop their musicianship skills through the sight-reading of melodies, rhythms, and chords, as well as recognizing them by ear. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to any student with introductory music reading ability. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 2 hrs…
Prerequisites: MUS-103

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# MUS-106 — Music Theory and Aural Skills II
4 credits · 4 hours
This course continues the development of analytical and practical music skills begun in Music Theory and Aural Skills I. Through the examination and composition of music, students explore more advanced theoretical elements, including chromatic harmony and musical form. In the laboratory component of this course, students will continue to develop their sight-reading and dictation abilities. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 2 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-105

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# MUS-110 — Chamber Music Ensemble
1 credits · 1 hours
This course includes the rehearsal and performance of small ensemble chamber music in a variety of instrument and voice combinations. The course repertoire includes music from classical traditions to contemporary innovations. This course is designed for students with previous experience in music, including music reading, and an audition is required. To audition, enroll in the course and contact the instructor or Performing Arts Department chairperson. This course may be repeated for credit to meet humanities elective requirements or the music concentration ensemble requirement. Class Meets 3…

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# MUS-113 — Jazz Ensemble
1 credits · 1 hours
This course focuses on the rehearsal and performances of jazz and related styles of music. Students develop their music reading, improvisation, and performance skills associated with the jazz ensemble. This course is designed for students with previous experience in music, and an audition is required. To audition, enroll in the course and contact the instructor or Performing Arts Department chairperson. This course may be repeated for credit to meet humanities elective requirements or the Music Concentration ensemble requirement. Class Meets 3 hrs lab Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Y…

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# MUS-116 — Popular Music Ensemble
1 credits · 1 hours
This ensemble rehearses and performs a variety of contemporary popular music, including rock, R&B, pop, hip-hop, country, folk, and other styles. Students will develop their instrumental or vocal ability, musicianship, and other performance skills. This course is designed for students with previous experience in music, and an audition is required. To audition, enroll in the course and contact the instructor or Performing Arts Department chairperson. This course may be repeated for credit to meet humanities elective requirements or the Music Concentration ensemble requirement. Class Meets 3 hr…

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# MUS-120 — College Choir
1 credits · 1 hours
The College Choir rehearses and performs a diverse repertoire of vocal music, from classical to pop and other styles from around the world. In this course, students will develop their singing ability, musicianship, and general performance skills. This course is open to singers of all skill levels and experience, but an audition is required. To audition, enroll in the course and contact the instructor or Performing Arts Department chairperson. This course may be repeated for credit to meet humanities elective requirements or the Music Concentration ensemble requirement. Class Meets 3 hrs lab G…

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# MUS-125 — Latin Music Ensemble
1 credits · 1 hours
This course focuses on rehearsing and performing a wide variety of music from Latin America. Students develop their skills in rhythm, improvisation, and performance techniques foundational to various styles of Latin music. This course is designed for students with previous experience in music, and an audition is required. To audition, enroll in the course and contact the instructor or Performing Arts Department chairperson. This course may be repeated for credit to meet humanities elective requirements or the music concentration ensemble requirement. Class Meets 3 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass T…

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# MUS-128 — Songwriting Ensemble
1 credits · 1 hours
In this course, students develop, rehearse, and perform original songs written by students. Students will engage in the collaborative development of original music and perform with the ensemble. This course is designed for students with previous experience in music, and an audition is required. To audition, enroll in the course and contact the instructor or Performing Arts Department chairperson. This course may be repeated for credit to meet humanities elective requirements or the music concentration ensemble requirement. Class Meets 3 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-130 — Music Appreciation
3 credits · 3 hours
An introduction to listening to and discussing music, this course draws on music from a variety of styles, eras, and nations. Through a broad exploration of music’s evolution through history, this course examines the core components of music and their connection to society and culture. No prior musical experience is required. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. It is not an eligible Music Elective for students in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ESL-099, RDG-095, ENG-095

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# MUS-137 — Hip-Hop History: Music, Culture, Resistance
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores hip-hop as a cultural and musical movement in response to the social, economic, and political marginalization of Black and Latinx communities. Using audio, written, and visual source material, students in this course will examine the people, technological advances, and events that contributed to the forming of hip-hop’s musical styles and other cultural elements. Keeping within hip-hop tradition, students will utilize their own knowledge and experiences to shape the learning process. Note: no previous musical experience is required. This course meets the General Education…
Prerequisites: ENG-090, RDG-090, ELL-101

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# MUS-141 — Rock & Roll History
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a survey of rock music and its history. This course covers the various styles of rock, from its early roots to the music of the present, in addition to other closely-related styles of music. Students will examine the musical aspects of the genre and its major figures, as well as the social,economic, political, and technological factors that shaped its development. No prior musical experience is required. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-088, ESL-089, RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# MUS-144 — Global Musical Traditions
3 credits · 3 hours
This course serves as an introduction to the diverse musical traditions of the world. Students will explore the music of a variety of cultures and regions, and come to understand how it is shaped by social customs, geography, history, and cross-cultural interaction. No prior musical experience is required. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-088, ESL-089, RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# MUS-151 — Beginning Piano
2 credits · 2 hours
This course provides group keyboard instruction for the beginner. Students develop introductory piano technique, musicianship skills, and sight-reading ability through the performance of simple pieces from a variety of musical styles. This course is open to all students regardless of prior experience. Students with keyboard experience should instead enroll in MUS-190C Applied Music for Beginners: Keyboards , or MUS-195C Applied Music I: Keyboards . Class Meets 1 hr lec; 2 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes Notes For Music Concentration majors with some keyboarding experience, plea…

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# MUS-162 — Beginning Voice
2 credits · 2 hours
This course provides group vocal instruction for singers of all skill levels. Students develop their vocal technique, musicianship skills, and performance ability while singing a variety of musical styles. This course is open to all students, regardless of prior vocal experience. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-170 — Music Production Analysis
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an in depth exploration of the elements of a successful musical recording. Students develop their critical listening skills while studying song recordings from a variety of eras and styles. Students examine productions from the perspective of musical elements, emotional arc, production techniques, artistic vision, and other aspects. This course is open for students of all experience levels, but is intended for those who plan to further develop their music production skills. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-171 — Intro to Music Technology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course serves as an introduction to the use of technology in the creation of music. Using digital audio software, students learn the basics of sound manipulation, including sequencing, editing, synthesis, and mixing. Additional course topics include the properties of sound, basic recording technology, and music notation software. This course is designed for both music majors and non-majors. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-173 — Computer Music and Programming
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students develop their skills in the creation of music using MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) technology, approached from both the technical and the creative perspective. The course covers all aspects of sequencing and programming, including the recording, editing, and routing of MIDI data. Additionally, students learn to control, design, and edit custom patches for virtual instruments such as synthesizers and samplers. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-171

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# MUS-175 — Audio Recording I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers a focused study of the foundational principles and techniques of audio recording in the studio. Through hands-on creative projects, students gain experience in various stages of the recording process. Course topics include skills such as signal flow, equipment operation, and microphone placement, especially as related to recording a single performer or small group. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-171

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# MUS-177 — Live Sound
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students gain practical experience and knowledge in live sound reinforcement for live events. Students learn the unique needs, challenges, and solutions related to sound amplification in musical performance and other contexts, as well as best-practices around the use of industry standard equipment. Additionally, this course provides an introduction to recording live musical performances. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-171

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# MUS-180 — Introduction to the Music Business
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of the modern music industry, gained through discussion, hands-on projects, and guest presentations from music business professionals. Course content includes the recording industry, copyright, publishing, promotion, and entrepreneurship, with special attention given to the role of the Internet in the music business. This course also examines the diverse career options available in music. This course fulfills the Learning Community Seminar requirement for first-year, full-time students. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-190A — Applied Music for Beginners: Voice
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190B — Applied Music for Beginners: Guitars
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190C — Applied Music for Beginners: Keyboards
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190D — Applied Music for Beginners: Percussion
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190E — Applied Music for Beginners: Brass
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190F — Applied Music for Beginners: Strings
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190G — Applied Music for Beginners: Woodwinds
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190H — Applied Music for Beginners: Conducting
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190I — Applied Music for Beginners: Composition
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190J — Applied Music for Beginners: Bass
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-190X — Applied Music Beg: Spec Instruction
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for beginners and non-music majors. Course topics include technique and performance practice appropriate for the interests and skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students. This course does not satisfy the Applied Music requirement in the Music Concentration. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# MUS-195 — Applied Music I
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195A — Applied Music I: Voice
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195B — Applied Music I: Guitars
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195C — Applied Music I: Keyboards
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195D — Applied Music I: Percussion
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195E — Applied Music I: Brass
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195F — Applied Music I: Strings
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195G — Applied Music I: Woodwinds
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195H — Applied Music - Conducting
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195I — Applied Music I: Composition
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in Music Composition. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195J — Applied Music I: Bass
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-195X — Applied Music I: Specialized Instruction
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-208 — Songwriting
3 credits · 3 hours
This course serves as an introduction to popular songwriting. Through writing original songs and examining a wide variety of popular music, students will examine concepts such as melody, lyrics, chord progressions, and structure. This course is designed for students with some music reading experience. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-101, MUS-103, ESL-088, ESL-089, RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# MUS-233 — Music History I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a survey of the history of music from antiquity through the Classical period (around 1800). While focusing on art music of the Western world, this course aims to relate course topics to music of all time periods, cultures, and styles. Students will develop an understanding of the evolution of music through the centuries, as well as the culture, politics, technology, and human drama that shaped that music. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to any students with experience reading music. Successfully complete ENG-111 . Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-103, ENG-111

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# MUS-234 — Music History II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course continues the survey of the history of music, covering the Romantic period (around 1800) through the present. While focusing on Western art music, this course aims to connect the music covered in class to the music of other cultures, eras, and styles. Students will examine the development of music through the emergence of the modern world, as well as the culture, politics, technology, and human drama that shaped it. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to any students with experience reading music. Successfully complete ENG-111 . Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer C…
Prerequisites: MUS-103, ENG-111

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# MUS-274 — Sound for Picture and Sound Design
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students create audio for projects related to visual media such as film, television, animation, and video games. Course topics include critical listening to soundtracks, recording dialog for film, introductory film scoring, creating original sound effects and other elements, and audio post-production. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-171, MUS-173

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# MUS-275 — Audio Recording II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course builds on the concepts introduced in Audio Recording I. This project-based course focuses on multi-track recording and recording sessions featuring several performers. Students develop skills related to advanced use of microphones and other studio equipment, as well as advanced editing techniques. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-175

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# MUS-278 — Mixing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers technical and creative approaches to mixing and post-production of music. Through hands-on projects in a variety of musical styles, students learn advanced uses of signal processors, complex signal flow configurations, advanced editing, and other techniques used in contemporary professional recordings. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-170, MUS-171

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# MUS-279 — Capstone Project in Music Technology
2 credits · 2 hours
In this course, students conceive and create a large-scale creative project relating to music technology. After carefully planning their project, students follow it to completion to a level appropriate for an emerging professional in the industry. This course includes a mixture of group meetings and individual consultations with the instructor. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-289 — Music Technology Internship
2 credits · 2 hours
This course offers professional experience through an internship related to music-technology. Students work under the guidance of industry professionals to develop their skills and gain new competencies as they begin their careers in the field. As part of this course, students must complete 100 hours at their internship site. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MUS-180

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# MUS-295 — Applied Music II
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295A — Applied Music II: Voice
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295B — Applied Music II: Guitars
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument. Course topics will include technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is open to all students, but requires an audition for placement. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295C — Applied Music II: Keyboards
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295D — Applied Music II: Percussion
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295E — Applied Music II: Brass
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295F — Applied Music II: Strings
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295G — Applied Music II: Woodwinds
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295H — Applied Music II: Conducting
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295I — Applied Music II: Composition
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295J — Applied Music II: Bass
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# MUS-295X — Applied Music II: Spec Instruction
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides individual instruction in voice or a musical instrument for students with well-developed performance skills. Course topics include advanced technique, performance practice, and repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the student. This course requires students to perform in a public recital. Where applicable, students are required to provide their own instrument. This course is designed for music majors, but is open to all students who demonstrate the requisite performance ability in an audition. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# NUR-095 — Success in Nursing
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory course focuses on assisting students to adapt to the upcoming challenges in the nursing curriculum. The course emphasizes test-taking skills, study skills, critical thinking, learning styles, and therapeutic nurse-patient communication and beginning nursing concepts. The course is designed for nursing students accepted to the nursing program in the fall semester and those students planning to apply to the Nursing Program. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# NUR-099 — Nursing Pathways
2 credits · 2 hours
This course is designed for students who are seeking readmission to the nursing program. This course will assist students in analyzing their study skills, and designing a path for successful completion of the nursing program. Topics include time management, stress reduction, adapting study skills, and test-taking techniques and practice. Students are encouraged to use introspection and critical thinking as they formulate a plan that will enable them to complete the nursing program and take the licensure exam after graduation. Computer software and small group work for problem solving in answe…

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# NUR-120 — Foundation of Patient Centered Care
10 credits · 10 hours
This course provides an introduction to nursing and roles of the nurse as well as professional related and patient care concepts. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to provide safe, quality care. It provides the framework for preparing students to perform a basic health assessment on adult patients including older adults. The theoretical foundation for basic assessment and skills is presented, and the student is given an opportunity to demonstrate these skills in the laboratory and clinical setting. An introduction to the nursing process provides a decision-makin…
Prerequisites: BIO-203, ENG-111

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# NUR-150 — Patient Ctr Care-Adult & Mental Health
10 credits · 10 hours
This course focuses on the care of adult patients with health alterations that require medical and/or surgical intervention as well as patients who are experiencing cognitive, mental and behavioral alterations. Emphasis is placed on the care of patients with alterations in mental health selected body functions. Concepts of client centered care, cultural sensitivity, informatics, safe practice, and professionalism are integrated throughout the course. Concepts of crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, anger management and coping skills are also integrated. Clinical experiences provide…
Prerequisites: BIO-204, NUR-120, PSY-101

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# NUR-213 — Nursing Seminar
1 credits · 1 hours
This seminar focuses on current health care issues and the ethical, legal, and professional framework necessary for nursing practice. The course assists in the transition from student nurse to beginning practitioner. The course utilizes a variety of learning activities that promote critical thinking. The course explores topics such as conflict resolution, cultural competence, health care access, empowerment, and lifelong learning. Class Meets 1 hr. lecture. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: NUR-211

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# NUR-220 — Paitent Ctr Care-Adults & Families
10 credits · 10 hours
This course focuses on patient-centered care of adults with complex health alterations as well as an integrated family approach to mothers, newborns, and children. Emphasis is placed on ing adult patients cope with alterations in body functions. Additional focus is placed on normal growth and development, common pediatric conditions, and the child-bearing family. Concepts of quality improvement, leadership, professionalism, evidence based practice. Informatics, teamwork and collaboration will be integrated throughout the course. Clinical experience provides an opportunity to apply theoretical…
Prerequisites: BIO-205, PSY-213, NUR-150

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# NUR-250 — Patient Ctr Care-Adults W Multisystem
9 credits · 9 hours
This course focuses on advanced concepts of nursing care of adult patients with complex, multisystem alterations in health. Complex clinical skills, as well as concepts of patient-centered care, safety, quality improvement, professionalism and leadership, are integrated throughout the course. Focus on time management and organizational skills while managing the care of patients with multiple needs and collaborating with the inter-professional team are integrated in this course. This course also facilitates the transition of the student to the roll of professional nurse. Developing the skills…
Prerequisites: NUR-220

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# OIM-100 — PC Keyboarding Techniques
1 credits · 1 hours
This is an introductory course in college keyboarding designed for students with little or no keyboarding proficiency as well as those looking to upgrade or refresh their skills. Learning to type properly has never been more important. Using state-of-the-art, hands-on, self-paced software, students proceed from basic lessons through accuracy and speed-building exercises designed to prepare them for careers requiring keyboarding proficiency. Taught through BHCC’s on-line eCollege, students submit hands-on progress reports to the course instructor as they proceed through each lesson. Upon compl…

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# OIM-102 — Medical Computer Applications
3 credits · 3 hours
This course uses Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel to cover applications commonly used in the medical office. Students learn the correct form for business letters, merge documents, memorandums, tables, business reports, electronic forms, and medical documents. Emphasis is place on accurate proofreading of documents for format and content. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes For Allied Health Students or by permission of department chairperson.

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# OIM-103 — Microsoft Word I
3 credits · 3 hours
(Formerly OIM-101 ) This course uses Microsoft Word and covers applications, including but not limited to font and paragraph settings, page setup, table format, headers and footers, page numbering in sections, footnotes, citations, bibliographies, mail merge and envelopes, spell check and thesaurus, and electronic forms. Students create documents commonly used within academic and business settings. Students develop correct keyboarding technique in order to meet the industry standard for speed and accuracy. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes An exemption exam for students with previou…

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# OIM-104 — OIM Career Exploration
1 credits · 1 hours
This online course provides students with the tools needed to evaluate their career goals and to explore strategies for securing employment within the office and/or medical office job market. Students will complete modules that engage them in activities designed to evaluate values, skills, and interests as related to their prospective careers. Students will use resources on the BHCC portal and elsewhere to explore individual careers and research employers and the local job market. Resumes and cover letters will also be completed. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# OIM-105 — Skills for Administrative Success
3 credits · 3 hours
(Formerly OIM-199) Students explore career opportunaties in related office administration fields. This course includes critical thinking and teamwork projects to students develop the ability to give and receive constructive criticism in a supportive environment. Students complete individual and team projects that use Internet research and library resources. Based on research related to office and information management issues, they develop written and oral presentation skills. Time management, listening, note-taking, and test-taking skills are emphasized. Security issues, legal and ethical is…
Prerequisites: RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# OIM-106 — Records and Information Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an introduction to records and information management (RIM) including alphabetic, subject and geographic filing guidelines, as well as the components of the records management lifecycle, and associated regulatory, privacy, compliance and risk issues. Paper-based systems and electronic file systems will be included. Students will complete hands-on projects using a records management online learning platform as well as use of the Moodle online platform, which is required. Business research using Internet Explorer is integrated with PowerPoint presentations and team assignem…

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# OIM-112 — Microsoft Word II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers intermediate and advanced Microsoft Word applications to create common business documents such as letters, memorandums, tables, reports, desktop publishing flyers, and electronic forms. Students learn to use accelerator keys, macros, templates, bullets, and numbering, headers, merging, sorting, hyperlinks, section breaks, styles, formulas, clip art, WordArt, and column layout. Diagnostic, and speed building exercises are used to improve keyboarding accuracy and speed. A minimal speed of 40 words per minute is strongly recommended. Students acquire skills that prepare them f…
Prerequisites: OIM-101, OIM-103, CIT-110

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# OIM-115 — Administrative Technology and Procedures
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces administrative skills vital for employment in business and industry, including telecommunications; mail and copy services; travel, meeting, and conference arrangements; teleworkers/virtual assistants; customer service; and job application techniques. The class develops problem solving, critical thinking, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills while emphasizing work ethics, teamwork, and cultural diversity. To enhance these skills, students work individually and in teams to conduct library and Internet research and give presentations in class. Personnel from are…

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# OIM-121 — OIM Practicum
1 credits · 1 hours
This field experience takes place after students have completed the coursework required for the administrative support specialist certificate. Students work for 45 hours within a work environment related to their career goals, abilities, and skills. Students complete the OIM Career Exploration course prior to the practicum and participate in a weekly seminar during the field experience. Students must meet with the Internship Coordinator during the semester prior to completing the practicum. 75 or higher, including Administrative Business Communication ( OIM-230 ), which is all semester only,…
Prerequisites: OIM-230

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# OIM-132 — Administrative Business Communication I
3 credits · 3 hours
(Formerly OIM-130) This course will develop the skills needed to create documents that are used within office and medical office environments. Writing assignments will include emails, memorandums, and letters. Projects utilizing Outlook for email and electronic calendar activities will be completed. Students create PowerPoint presentations based on research related to office procedures and/or office functions. Students will also learn to prepare agendas, implement and conduct business meetings, and develop skills in taking minutes at meetings. Individualized review of fundamental English skil…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, OIM-101, OIM-103

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# OIM-170 — Medical Office Procedures
3 credits · 3 hours
This course includes Windows, word processing, medical office procedures, and computerized medical management software. Students create documents commonly used in a medical office as well as job application materials, using templates, macros, and/or merged documents. Concepts covered include interpersonal communications, telecommunications, billing and collections, reimbursement procedures, records management, and mail classification and procedures. Hands-on experience using computerized medical management software provides practice in entering patient information, diagnostic cases, and finan…
Prerequisites: OIM-102, CIT-110

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# OIM-190 — Medical Information Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the medical environment, patient and staff scheduling, medical documents and computerized medical applications, professional activities and travel arrangements for medical staff, health insurance, and HIPPA standards, and ICD and CPT coding. Students use a computerized patient accounting software application to enter patient information, diagnostic and procedure codes, schedule and revise patient and staff appointments, process insurance claims, enter financial transactions, and generate financial reports. Students complete individual team projects that include Internet res…

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# OIM-200 — Introduction to Physicians’ Billing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course presents the “revenue cycle” concept to students, which encompasses registration practices and the impact this process has on the billing function. The varied health care delivery systems and the history of the delivery of medical care are presented. The variety of prospective reimbursement systems on data collection, billing, and effective processes are defined and discussed. The principles of ICD and CPT coding, the management of data, and the constantly changing regulations of CMS and other external regulators is reviewed. Technicalities of managing all aspects of claims submis…

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# OIM-230 — Administrative Business Communication
3 credits · 3 hours
This course reinforces written (letters, memos, faxes, e-mail, reports, and resumes); verbal (listening, note-taking, telephone messages, voice mail, intercom discussions, and video conferencing); and nonverbal communications (transmission of attitude, facial expressions, hand gestures, and body language). To enhance these skills, students use Internet research to investigate topics related to the office administration field. It includes human relation skills, diversity, cultural sensitivity, and global awareness. This course is all semester only. Pre/ Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course…

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# OIM-232 — Administrative Business Communication II
3 credits · 3 hours
(Formerly OIM-230) The course covers human relations skills, non-verbal communication, diversity, cultural sensitivity, and global awareness. Meeting and event planning as well as telephone techniques are included. Students research business-related topics, write formal reports and work in groups to develop PowerPoint presentations. Resumes, cover letters, and mock interviews are included to prepare students for internship placement. Students continue individualized review of English skills as needed. This course is all only. A CORI check may be required to participate in the Office and Infor…
Prerequisites: OIM-130, OIM-132

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# OIM-299 — Office and Information Management Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This field experience takes place during the spring semester of the second year and provides specific occupational preparation for office careers. Students work in an off-campus work environment related to their career goals, abilities, and skills. Students participate in seminars prior to internship and during the field experience. This course is pring semester only. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: OIM-232

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# PLG-101 — Introduction to Law
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with an understanding of the paralegal field. The course assists students to become familiar with all aspects of the legal system. The course emphasizes the role of the paralegal and the way that role complements that of the lawyer. The course explores the role of law in our society, the judicial system, contract law, tort law, equity, and criminal law. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# PLG-102 — Legal Research & Writing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an introduction to legal writing and proper use of legal terminology in developing and drafting a format for the legal memorandum, preparing briefs, and, in particular, formulating research skills. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: PLG-101

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# PLG-103 — Litigation
3 credits · 3 hours
Litigation is a core function of many law firms. Students will learn the rules and requirements necessary to provide effective litigation support in a law office. Topics include the organization and jurisdiction of federal and state courts, the preparation of pleadings, motions, interrogatories, judicial notice, preparation and admission of evidence, subpoenas, depositions and trial notebooks, interviewing clients, trial and appellate procedures, the rules of evidence, and the preparation of cases for hearing or trial. The roles of arbitration, mediation, and negotiation will also be covered.…
Prerequisites: PLG-101

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# PLG-104 — Legal Ethics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course presents the major areas of legal ethics placing special and comprehensive emphasis on how the rules affect paralegals. It aids students in understanding how the legal profession is regulated generally and the impact that paralegals’ conduct has on the lawyers who employ them. Through case studies, geared specifically toward paralegals, demonstrations of the rules are introduced and applied. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: PLG-101

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# PLG-105 — Practical Legal Writing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is intended to be a continuation of Legal Research and Writing ( PLG-102 ). The course provides students the opportunity to improve their writing skills for all aspects of working in a legal environment, including legal correspondence, legal memorandums, case briefs, and a variety of court documents. The course covers the structure and jurisdiction of the Federal and Massachusetts Court Systems. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: PLG-101, PLG-102, ENG-111

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# PLG-201 — Family Law
3 credits · 3 hours
We will begin with an introduction to family law and the functions of a paralegal in family law practice, and then move to the substance of family law. We will follow a more or less natural progression, beginning with the law that governs marriage, the non-marital family and ante-nuptial agreements. An introduction to domestic violence law will be followed by a serious study of divorce, including issues such as annulment and separation, the actual process involved in divorce, and the related issues of property disposition, child custody, parenting plans, and child and spousal support. Finally…

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# PLG-202 — Business Organizations
3 credits · 3 hours
Choosing the proper form of business organization can mean the difference between success and failure. Many attorneys are involved in advising their commercial clients regarding the appropriate form of business. This course covers the rules and requirements to establish sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, business trusts, corporations and joint ventures. Practical considerations include the preparation and management of the documents necessary for the organization and maintenance of each business entity. Corpor…
Prerequisites: PLG-101

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# PLG-203 — Real Estate Law
3 credits · 3 hours
This course thoroughly investigates the theory and practice of real estate transactions from the perspectives of both the buyer and the seller. The topics include examination of titles, estates in land, restrictions, easements, covenants, options, deeds, mortgages, and foreclosure proceedings. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# PLG-204 — Wills, Estates and Trusts
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the initial investigation and preparation of estates and trusts in detail. Topics include the causes and effects of trusts, wills and probate; litigation and procedural laws. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# PLG-299 — Paralegal Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
An internship in Paralegal Studies is a hands-on learning experience at law firms, public agency, corporations, or other law related organizations, under the direct supervision of a legal professional. It is intended to provide students the opportunity to gain practical experience in their field of study. Students perform 150 hours of internship service over the course of 10-15 weeks, during the spring, fall, or summer semesters. Students meet bi-weekly with their advisor to prepare papers, work on related projects, and share experiences with other students. Students are responsible for follo…
Prerequisites: PLG-101, PLG-102, PLG-103, PLG-104, PLG-202

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# EMS-205 — Principles of Paramedicine I
10 credits · 10 hours
This course is the first of nine courses designed for Emergency Medical Technicians, Basic or Advanced, with at least one year of experience desiring to obtain Paramedic Certification/Licensure. Areas of study will include, Introduction to Advanced Pre-hospital Care, Well Being of the Paramedic, EMS Systems, Roles and Responsibilities, Illness and Injury Prevention, Stress Management, Anatomy & Physiology, Documentation, Communications, Therapeutic Communications, Medical/Legal Aspects and Ethical Considerations, Basic and Advanced Airway Management & Ventilation, Wave Form Caponography, Pati…

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# EMS-206 — Principles of Paramedicine II
10 credits · 10 hours
This course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in Principles of Paramedicine I. Topics: Pharmacology, Introduction to Cardiology, Rhythm Interpretation, Introduction to 12 Lead ECG, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Management of Cardiac Emergencies, Medical Emergencies, Pulmonology, Neurology, Stroke Management, Endocrinology, Metabolic Emergencies, Anaphylaxis, Gastrointestinal Emergencies, Urological and Renal Emergencies, Toxicology, Substance Abuse, Hematological Emergencies, Infectious Diseases, and Behavioral Emergencies. Students will demonstrate knowledge and perform ma…
Prerequisites: EMS-205

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# EMS-207 — Principles of Paramedicine III
4 credits · 4 hours
This course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in Principles of Paramedicine I & II. Topics: Pediatrics, Assessment of the Pediatric Patient, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Geriatrics, Traumatic Systems and Mechanisms of Injury, Hemorrhage and Shock, Head and Facial Trauma, Thoracic Trauma, Abdominal Trauma, and Musculoskeletal Trauma. Students will demonstrate knowledge and perform manipulative skills under the supervision of the course instructor, program director, medical director, and/or skilled preceptor. Adherence to the attendance policy and minimum final course grad…
Prerequisites: EMS-206, BIO-108

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# EMS-208 — Principles of Paramedicine IV
4 credits · 4 hours
This course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in Principles of Paramedicine I, II, & III. Topics: International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Hazardous Materials, Responding to Terrorist Acts, Rescue Awareness, Medical Incident Command, Abuse & Assault, Crime Scene Response, EMS Stress Management, Ambulance Operations and Acute Interventions for Chronic Care Patients. Students will demonstrate knowledge and perform manipulative skills under the supervision of the course instructor, program director, medical director, and/or skills preceptor. Adherence to the attendance policy and a m…

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# EMS-214 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation I
3 credits · 3 hours
Work-based learning experience conducted in a hospital/clinical setting that enables the paramedic student to apply specialized occupational theory, concepts, and skills learned in EMS-205 Principles of Paramedicine I . Students will complete a minimum of 150 hours in this clinical practicum. Students will integrate instruction with clinical experience under the supervision of a preceptor. Clinical rotations will be conducted in a variety of medical-related facilities to include, emergency divisions, respiratory therapy, anesthesia, surgical units, and labor and delivery. Students will be req…

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# EMS-215 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Paramedic Clinical Rotation I ( EMS-214 ). It is a work-based learning experience conducted in a hospital/clinical setting that enables the paramedic student to apply specialized occupational theory, concepts, and learning skills in Principles of Paramedicine I ( EMS-205 ) and Principles of Paramedicine II ( EMS-206 ). Students will complete a minimum of 150 hours in this clinical practicum. Students will continue to integrate instruction with clinical experience under the supervision of a preceptor. Clinical rotations will be conducted in a variety of medical…
Prerequisites: EMS-214

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# EMS-216 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation III
1 credits · 1 hours
This course is a continuation of Paramedic Clinical Rotation II ( EMS-215 ). It is a work-based learning experience conducted in a hospital/clinical setting that enables the paramedic student to apply specialized occupational theory, concepts, and learning skills in Principles of Paramedicine I ( EMS-205 ), Principles of Paramedicine II ( EMS-206 ), and Principles of Paramedicine III ( EMS-207 ). Students will continue to integrate instruction with clinical experience under the supervision of a preceptor. Clinical rotations will be conducted in a variety of medical-related facilities to inclu…

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# EMS-217 — Paramedic Clinical Rotation IV
1 credits · 1 hours
This course is a continuation of Paramedic Clinical Rotation III ( EMS-216 ). It is a work-based learning experience conducted in a hospital/clinical setting that enables the paramedic student to apply specialized occupational theory, concepts, and learning skills in Principles of Paramedicine I ( EMS-205 ), Principles of Paramedicine II ( EMS-206 ), Principles of Paramedicine III ( EMS-207 ), and Principles of Paramedicine IV ( EMS-208 ). Students will complete 50 hours in this clinical practicum. Students will be required to document all clinical time and complete program requirements for E…

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# EMS-218 — Paramedic Field Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Students will apply theory and acquired clinical skills while performing pre-hospital treatment under the supervision of experienced, certified paramedics. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have a working knowledge of entry-level paramedic skills, hospital/clinical operations and requisite field experience. At the conclusion of the course, students will have a terminal competency assessment which will be conducted by the program coordinator and/or medical director. Students will complete a minimum of 100 hours during this internship. Students must meet the minimum patien…

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# PMT-103 — Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist I
1 credits · 1 hours
This course provides the student with a basic foundation in pharmacology. This will prepare the student to safely and appropriately prepare and manage operating room medications, solutions and specimens. This class is a lecture class and meets one hour per week for 15 weeks. Calculations involving fractions and decimals will be reviewed. Students will be introduced to common medical terminology and weights and measures used routinely in the measurement and administration of medications. Use and understanding of the metric system will be emphasized. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# PMT-105 — Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist II
1 credits · 1 hours
This course is the second in a two-course sequence designed to provide the student with a basic foundation in pharmacology. This course is oriented to providing the student with information regarding commonly used pre-operative and post-operative medications. This class is a lecture class and meets one hour per week for 15 weeks. Drugs will be discussed by grouping them into general classes and with important differences among group members being highlighted. The dosage, routes of administration, generic and trade names, common adverse reactions and important drug interactions will be emphasi…
Prerequisites: PMT-103

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# PMT-111 — Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technicians I
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides the student with a perspective on the role of the pharmacy technician, the genesis of the regulations governing the pharmaceutical industry, and the current status of federal and state laws which must be followed. Emphasis will be placed on handling controlled substances and related record keeping. The roles of the FDA in the drug approval process and post-marketing surveillance, and the DEA in the daily operation of the pharmacy will be discussed. Students will be introduced to common medical terminology and weights and measures routinely used in the practice of pharmacy…

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# PMT-112 — Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technicians II
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides the student with the knowledge to be able to begin participation in prescription/order processing in a pharmacy. The course includes an introduction to drug formulation, pharmacy operations, third party billing and inventory control that are essential to working in a pharmacy. Calculations related to routine prescription processing and pharmacy management including calculation of days-supply, refill adjustment and inventory control are emphasized. A general introduction to biopharmaceutics and drug action will be provided. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: PMT-111

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# PMT-113 — Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technicians III
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides the student with a basic introduction to the pharmacology of drugs in common use. The course will be taught by examining body systems, e.g. gastrointestinal, and will include discussion of the drugs commonly used in treating diseases affecting the system. Drugs will be discussed by grouping them into general classes and with important differences among group members being highlighted. The dosage, routes of administration, generic and trade names, common adverse reactions and important drug interactions will be emphasized. Calculation of patient dosage and patient days sup…
Prerequisites: PMT-112

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# PMT-299 — Pharmacy Practicum/Seminar
4 credits · 4 hours
This course combines group discussion in a seminar setting with an internship program based in a live pharmacy setting. The practicum and seminar are designed to give the student practical experience in the basic roles the technician fulfills in the pharmacy and to complete their preparation for transition to the workplace. The experience component encompasses the steps from customer service to prescription processing and prescription production. The shared learning experience in the weekly seminar will be used as a problem-solving group discussion and to prepare the student to apply and comp…
Prerequisites: PMT-113

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# PHL-101 — Introduction to Philosophy
3 credits · 3 hours
This course has three principal goals: to expand capacities for deep thinking; to develop skills for understanding and expressing complex ideas; and to consider some profound human questions. Students will encounter a selection of philosophical texts that address enduring philosophical questions. These texts will reflect the chronological, geographical, and social diversity of philosophical inquiry. Students will practice skills for reflective, critical, creative, and integrative thinking, and will demonstrate those skills in understanding and responding to texts, engaging in critical dialogu…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# PHL-103 — Ethics
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students will explore ideas about right and wrong. Students will engage with theories in moral philosophy, addressing concepts including rights, responsibilities, consequences, power, harm, equity, and liberation. Students will consider current issues in applied ethics, which will vary, but may include privacy, taxation, parenting, reparations, sexual consent, and/or mass incarceration. Students will practice skills including inclusive interpersonal communication and analysis of observable actions in relation to ethical principles. Students will reflect on and discuss their pe…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ESL-099, RDG-090, ENG-090, ELL-101

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# PHL-290 — Special Topics in Philosophy
3 credits · 3 hours
This course engages students in deeply exploring and contributing to selected topics in philosophy. Students will study works of philosophy; dialogue and exchange ideas with peers; connect philosophical themes to lived experience and contemporary events; and produce seminar papers or other signature work developing and expressing their own philosophical ideas. Course topics vary; the topic will be announced at the time of registration. Students who have not completed the edu to request permission to enroll in the course. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# PHY-191 — Introduction to Physics/ Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides the background for the study of electronics and other technical areas. Topics include classical mechanics, the conservation laws, and electrostatics. This course is for Electric Power Utility Program students and Gas Utility Technology degree students only. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-193

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# PHY-201 — General Physics I/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This introductory course covers the principles of physics, using a problem-solving approach. Laws of motion, forces, work and energy, momentum and harmonic motion will be covered. For the biology student this course will provide him or her with an enhanced understanding of the physical aspects of living systems. Laboratory work will reinforce the understanding of physical concepts and promote the development of problem solving skills. This course satisfies the physics requirement of the AS Biological Science program. This course does not satisfy the physics requirement of the AA Chemical Scie…
Prerequisites: MAT-197

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# PHY-202 — General Physics II/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This continuation course of General Physics I/Lab ( PHY-201 ) covers the following topics: waves and sound, elasticity, fluids, heat, electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, light and optics and modern physics. As in General Physics I, this course will continue to relate principles of physics to living systems. Laboratory work will further develop the student’s skills in data collecting and analysis. This course satisfies the physics requirement of the AS Biological Science program. This course does not satisfy the physics requirement of the AA Chemical Science or Physics/Engineeri…
Prerequisites: PHY-201

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# PHY-251 — Physics I/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a calculus- based introduction to some of the fundamental principles and concepts of physics, using a problem-solving approach. The topics considered include the basic equations of motion, Newton’s laws and their applications, work, energy, momentum, rotational kinematics and dynamics, conservation laws, laws of universal gravitation, and simple harmonic and oscillatory motion. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: MAT-281

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# PHY-252 — Physics II/Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
This calculus-based physics course is a continuation of Physics I ( PHY-251 ). It covers the following topics: electric charges and forces, electric fields, Gauss’s Law and electric flux, electric potential, DC circuits, magnetic fields and magnetic flux, electromagnetic induction, Maxwell’s equation, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and wave optics. Class Meets 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PHY-251

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# PSC-101 — Government/Politics in US
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of the foundations, processes, and institutions of the United States federal government. Topics covered include the Constitution, federalism, civil liberties, civil rights, public opinion, the media, political participation, campaigns, elections, public policy, and the organization and functions of the three branches. Special emphasis is placed on the various channels of citizen influence. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community & Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ESL-099, ENG-090, ELL-103

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# PSC-150 — Introduction to Political Theory
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to political theory through analyzing works of political and moral philosophy. Students investigate the theoretical foundations of various governing systems and apply philosophical frameworks to contemporary topics. Theorists considered will include but not be limited to: Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Marx. While the course provides a foundation for understanding canonical Anglo American and European traditions, it includes political theorists from Africa, Asia, and Latin America, including postcolonial & feminist theorists. The co…
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# PSC-210 — State/Local Politics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course acquaints students with the structures and functions of state and local governance in the United States with special emphasis on fiscal and social policy. It includes an analysis of political organization, state constitutions, and intergovernmental dynamics. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, RDG-095, ENG-095, ELL-103

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# PSC-211 — Introduction to Comparative Politics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course offers a cross-national analysis of the domestic politics and political institutions of various nation states, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative tools. Special emphasis is given to the impact of ideology, democratization, and economic development. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community & Cultural Contexts. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# PSC-220 — Introduction to International Relations
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the major theoretical debates in International Relations and situates the field within the context of the discipline, Political Science. It focuses on significant ideas, processes and institutions which explain the interrelations between the various actors in the international system, looking specifically at nation states and supranational and international organizations. Special attention is given to research methodologies and to questions of ideology, conflict, trade, finance, human rights, identity based differences (ethnicity, gender, etc.), and the dyna…
Prerequisites: ENG-111

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# POR-101 — Elementary Portuguese I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the first part of the Portuguese language series. It introduces students to European and Brazilian Portuguese through listening, simple conversations, brief readings, and writing exercises. Students will learn Portuguese through active participation and practice, and at the same time, they will explore the history and cultures of Lusophone countries. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# POR-102 — Elementary Portuguese II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Elementary Portuguese I ( POR-101 ). It emphasizes conversational skills, listening activities, simple readings, and writing exercises. Students will continue learning Portuguese through active participation and practice, and at the same time, they will continue exploring the history and cultures of Lusophone countries. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: POR-101

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# PSY-101 — Principles of Psychology
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory psychology course covers a survey of information and theory. Topics include the brain and behavior, research methods, learning, consciousness, motivation, emotion, human growth and development, personality, abnormal behavior, and psychotherapy, social cognition and understanding. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ELL-103, RDG-095

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# PSY-105 — Psychology of Social Relations
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the complex interrelationship between the individual and society. Topics include attitude formation, prejudice, conflict, frustration, cooperation and competition, cultural and interpersonal difficulties involving identity formation, and alienation versus integration. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# PSY-107 — Group Dynamics
3 credits · 3 hours
Through class exercises and observation, this course explores the relationship between the theory and experience of effective groups. It examines comparisons of individual and group performance, group goals, problem solving, decision-making, conformity, norms, cohesiveness, and leadership. The course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# PSY-131 — Psychology of Popular Culture
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed to facilitate the development of critical thinking, reading, and writing skills through the psychological study of popular culture. Issues of social psychology, cross-cultural communication, identity development, creativity, violence, and psychological health will be analyzed in a variety of domains of popular culture. Psychological theory and analysis will be applied to youth culture, consumer culture, political campaigns, contemporary music and visual arts, tourism, stand-up comedy, advertising, and the internet. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# PSY-141 — Social Aspects of Aging
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide a survey of major topics in the psychology of aging. Students will investigate the domains of memory, cognition and intelligence, the social and cultural environment, sensation and perception, language, emotion, spirituality, personality, health behavior, and the living environment. Students will look for common themes across domains, such as change and maintenance of identity with age. Students will learn research methods for studies of aging and will have an understanding of the aging brain. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# PSY-201 — Learning and Memory
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to current views of behavioral change, learning, and remembering. The focus will be on concepts, theoretical issues,and applications of current research in the fields of behavioral and cognitive psychology. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-203 — Psychology of Personal Adjustment
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores the development and expression of the personality through an examination of processes by which the self-concept is formed. The course surveys the theories of behavioral scientists that have contributed to the study of adjustment. Scientific study of the effects of stress and stress management techniques are included in this curriculum. The course prepares students for advanced study in psychology and places emphasis on critical thinking skills, especially as applied to scientific research. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-209 — Child Psychology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the normal physical, cognitive and socio-emotional development of children from conception to age twelve. This course is to be used for meeting the requirements of the A.A. Psychology Concentration or for elective credit in other programs. However, this course may not be used to meet program requirements for degrees or certificates in the ECDev, EDU, or HSV programs. Students may not receive credit for both PSY-209 and ECE-103 to meet requirements for degrees or certificates for college graduation. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-213 — Human Growth and Development
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the theories of the biological, social, and psychological development of human beings throughout the life span. This course may be taken either as a The course does not satisfy the requirements of the A.A. Psychology Concentration program. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-215 — Counseling
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores theories and practices in counseling individuals and groups. It explores various theoretical approaches to counseling, and provides practical exercises in counseling. This course is restricted to those students enrolled in the Human Services, Education, Early Childhood Development, Psychology, or Sociology programs or by permission of the department chair of Education, Early Childhood Development, and Human Services or the department chair of Behavioral Sciences. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-219 — Social Psychology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the complex interrelationship between the individual, small groups, and the greater society. Topics include attitude formation and change, social conflict, prejudice, frustration, and cooperation versus competition and aggression. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-223 — Personality
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers distinctive patterns of behavior, including the thoughts and emotions that characterize individuals’ adaptation to life. It examines four major approaches to the study of personality: psychoanalytic, behavioral, trait dispositional, and humanistic. Students study varying degrees of emphasis on processes or forces impinging on individuals’ interaction with their environment. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-224 — Adolescent & Adult Development
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students study adolescents and adults in the areas of physical, intellectual and social changes, and their emotional growth and development during life stages of adolescence and adulthood. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-227 — Abnormal Psychology
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced course for the serious student of psychology covers the history of mental illness and its treatment, modern classification, diagnosis, the theoretical causes of disorders, and treatments. The range of psychopathology extends from the disorder-free person to adjustment reactions, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and borderline disorders, to psychosis and major disorders. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-233 — Intro to Psychiatric Rehabilitation
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of the underlying core values, principles and methods of psychosocial rehabilitation. Course topics include understanding the experience of mentally ill persons and their paths to recovery; a brief historical background on the emergence of psychosocial rehabilitation as an alternative to traditional models of diagnosis and treatment; the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation and their application to assessment and rehabilitation planning and intervention, practitioner competencies, different program settings; and the role of the family in psychosocial reha…
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# PSY-235 — Introduction to Behavioral Research
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to the ways of discovering, describing, and making warranted assertions about aspects of people and social life. The chief
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# RDG-090 — Reading Skills I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course develops basic reading skills necessary for success with college-level material. The course will focus on improving comprehension and vocabulary. In particular, students will improve their ability to recognize and articulate main ideas, supporting details, and patterns of organization. Students will also improve vocabulary skills using context clues and the dictionary. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes Students must meet exit-level requirements or pass a departmental reading final in order to earn a passing grade of C in this course.

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# RDG-095 — Reading Skills II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course develops advanced reading skills necessary for success with college-level material. The course will focus on achieving college-level comprehension skills and vocabulary. In particular, students will recognize and articulate main ideas, supporting details, and patterns of organization. Students will develop critical reading and thinking skills and improve vocabulary. In addition, students will improve note-taking and test-taking skills. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes Students must meet exit-level requirements or pass a departmental reading final in order to earn a pass…
Prerequisites: RDG-090

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# REL-111 — World Religions
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, we inquire into, analyze, and contextualize diverse practices and beliefs of world religions. Students analyze artifacts and observations of religion, inquire into how various religions engage similar deep questions, address the rich diversity within a single religious tradition, and encounter religion as a living, evolving process. Students critically locate religions and their development within social, geographical, and institutional contexts. Students develop information literacy and communication skills to research and discuss religious beliefs and practices with field-sp…
Prerequisites: ESL-099, ELL-103, ENG-090, ESL-098, RDG-095

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# RUS-101 — Elementary Russian I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will introduce students to the Russian language and culture. The course focuses on useful vocabulary and basic concepts of grammar essential for leading simple conversations in everyday situations. The course offers a unique insight into the life of Russian people. Students will master the Cyrillic alphabet and major pronunciation rules necessary for reading in Russian. No prior knowledge of Russian is required. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# RUS-102 — Elementary Russian II
3 credits · 3 hours
Russian 102 is the second part of an elementary sequence and the continuation of 101 with emphasis on speaking and reading skills. In this class the students will continue to learn about the history, and culture of the country. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: RUS-101

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# SCI-105 — Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
4 credits · 4 hours
This general education course provides a broad introduction to the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It explores the fundamental concepts, techniques, and applications of AI, with a focus on understanding the underlying principles and their real-world applications. The course aims to demystify AI and equip students with a foundational understanding of a range of topics, including the basic concepts and history of AI, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and ethical considerations in AI. This course meets the General Education requirement for Scie…

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# SCI-150 — Forensic Science and Lab
4 credits · 4 hours
Forensic science is the application of the scientific method to criminal investigation. Topics include recognition, identification, and evaluation of physical evidence such as hairs, fibers, drugs, blood, glass, soil, fingerprints, and documents. Such topics as forensic serology, analysis of arson debris, forensic analysis of drugs, gunshot residues, papers and inks, paint chips and DNA fingerprints. The course is designed for students with minimal background in science. Class Meets 3 hrs lecture; 3 hrs. lab. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, RDG-095, ESL-098, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# SCI-221 — Interpretation and Presentation of Scientific Research
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will introduce students to the major aspects of formal scientific communication. Students will learn how to read scientific papers or posters, listen to conference presentations, search primary sources, write lab reports in the style of a scientific paper, and to present experimental results in both poster and oral presentation formats. Students will use assignments from previous science courses as the foundation for their own paper, poster and oral presentations. This course is recommended for all STEM majors and will provide students with the communication skills required for re…

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# SCI-299 — Science Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Research internships enhance the academic experience for STEM students, offering a unique learning experience with practical, skill-building experience in a laboratory setting. This internship course encourages students to think critically about their internship and to discuss their experience with a faculty member and other student interns. Students must be accepted into an internship before enrolling in this course. Learn & Earn interns should instead enroll in INT-299STM Learn & Earn STEM Internship . Chair approval required. For Biology Transfer Option, A.S. and Biological Sciences: Medic…

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# SWK-101 — Introduction to Social Work
4 credits · 4 hours
This course provides an introduction to the broad field of social work. Students will gain an historical and practical overview of the social work profession, which includes practice theory. You will learn how social workers engage in generalist practice and how it is applied with individuals, groups, and communities. Social work’s historic commitment to social justice and to the elimination of poverty is integrated throughout the course. This course integrates knowledge of social work practice, values, ethics, social welfare policy, and social justice issues. Students will explore current to…
Prerequisites: ENG-095

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# SWK-201 — Social Welfare Policy & Practice
3 credits · 3 hours
This course critically examines, from both historical and current perspectives, the overall structure of the U.S. social welfare system with a focus on the disproportionate social, economic and political problems of marginalized populations. The course also considers the parallel historical development of the profession of social work, including the ways in which it responded to social problems across key periods of social welfare policy development. Students learn to use policy analysis tools to understand both how policy influences practice and how social workers can influence social welfar…
Prerequisites: SWK-101

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# SWK-222 — Human Behavior in the Social Environment (Foundations)
3 credits · 3 hours
This course studies the life cycle of the individual from in utero through old age and death from a bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective, via multiple theoretical frameworks. Individual growth and development is studied in the context of culture, race, ethnicity, social class, gender, families and other social systems. Attention is also given to the impact of trauma, loss, and environmental stressors on the individual and the family. This foundation course considers human behavior and the social environment in order to provide students with a basis from which to understand behavior and dev…
Prerequisites: SWK-101

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# SWK-227 — Equity & Cultural Wealth in Social Work Practice
4 credits · 4 hours
This course examines social work’s historical and current commitment to social justice as related to oppressed groups in a multicultural society. Students will enhance understanding of and appreciation for diversity in self and others. This course is design to address issues of power, inequality, privilege, and resulting oppression. Focus will be on the experiences of oppressed groups in the U.S. in order to understand their strengths, needs, and responses. Course content is sensitive to human diversity, specifically including materials on race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, g…
Prerequisites: SWK-101

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# SWK-255 — Interviewing and Documentation in Social Work
3 credits · 3 hours
The interview is an integral part of social work practice. In fact, it can be seen as a cornerstone of social work practice. As opposed to a conversation, the interview is purposeful, directed, evaluative, and even therapeutic. This course is designed to teach basic interviewing techniques, including the self-assessment necessary to listen effectively. The course will also address issues in cross-cultural interviewing and in specific problematic interview situations. We will emphasize the development of skills through role-playing and practice. Course content is sensitive to human diversity,…
Prerequisites: SWK-101

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# SOC-101 — Principles of Sociology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers an introduction to the concepts and theories of society and social institutions. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ELL-103, RDG-095

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# SOC-109 — Cultural Anthropology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course demonstrates the way that the basic concepts and techniques developed by cultural anthropologists us understand various cultures and intercultural relations. Through ethnographic readings and films, students learn about kinship, gender, ethnicity, religion, and social change in a variety of cultures. The course increases awareness of cultural dimensions of human experience and the diversity and flexibility of human cultures. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ESL-098, ELL-103, RDG-095

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# SOC-110 — Physical Anthropology
3 credits · 3 hours
Presented in four basic sections, this course covers an introduction to the field of physical anthropology, genetics, human evolution, and evolution of behavior. Module topics include the background of physical anthropology; man in the natural world; practical genetics; classification within the human species; homo sapiens; homo erectus; the Australopithecines; evolution review; what was before man; evolution of behavior; and where do we go from here? This course is through the Center for Self-Directed Learning only. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# SOC-203 — Social Problems
3 credits · 3 hours
This course critically examines contemporary social problems by applying national and global sociological perspectives to the issues of poverty, racial and ethnic inequalities, sexuality, crime, and the environment. Students explore the systemic causes of social problems. How does a social problem become defined? What are the causes of various social problems? What can be done about them? Students may be expected to participate in service-learning projects in order to apply course materials to real world efforts to solve social problems. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: SOC-101

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# SOC-204 — Sociology of Organizations
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will explore how social institutions are created and maintained. Their impact on individual and social lives will be analyzed. Concepts like bureaucracy, power, conflict, functionalism, and stratification will be discussed in detail. Some of the organizations to be focused upon include: education, government, economic organizations, health care, social services, sports, religion, the family, and communication/media. This course will empower students with concepts and skills that will them to better understand how social structures work and interact with each other. An open systems…
Prerequisites: SOC-101, ENG-111

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# SOC-205 — Urban Sociology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers the problems of social issues of contemporary urban life. It covers individuals’ responses to cultural, racial, political, institutional, educational, economic, and other challenges of city life. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: SOC-101

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# SOC-206 — Juvenile Delinquency
3 credits · 3 hours
This course analyzes the nature and types of juvenile behavior that violate the law. Students study issues such as socialization, deviant roles, social processes, the special attributes of youth, and historical attitudes toward childhood and adolescence. Topics include family juvenile court, correctional institutions, causes of delinquency, the female delinquent, and prevention and treatment of delinquency. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# SOC-207 — Criminology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines various aspects of crime from the perspective of the sociologist. The course emphasizes social structure/social process theories of social disorganization and crime causation. Other topics include the history of criminology, the nature and extent of crime, the measurement of crime, criminal typologies, public order crime, victims, and victimization. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: PSY-101, SOC-101

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# SOC-211 — The Family
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines psychological and sociological factors related to the dynamics of family life. The course covers the process of the growth and adjustment of each family member as the family structure changes. Students discuss the historical, contemporary, and future family. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# SOC-225 — Sociology of Homosexuality
3 credits · 3 hours
This survey course examines issues dealing with homosexuality from the perspective of the sociologist. The course emphasizes the essentialist/constructionist debate; facts and myths about homosexuality; the influence of prejudice and discrimination on the lives of gay men, lesbians and their families; and the homosexual culture/community/lifestyle. Other topics include coming out issues, development of gay and lesbian identities, the needs of a gay family member, gay history, gay spirituality, the AIDS crisis, and the gay liberation movement and its impact on contemporary culture. Ed. Course…

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# SOC-227 — The Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
3 credits · 3 hours
This course explores issues of race and ethnicity as they exist in contemporary American society. We will look at the definition of race and ethnicity, how these definitions have evolved over time, and what they mean today. The impact of hate groups on American life and culture will be explored through the concept of difference and the ideas of superiority and inferiority. Core topics to be discussed include racial prejudice and racism, ethnic identity and multiculturalism, and Eurocentrism. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts. Pre/ Ed. Cour…

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# SOC-229 — Sociology of Film
3 credits · 3 hours
This course deciphers the explicit and implicit message contained in films that has to do with the organization and structure of culture and society from the past to the present. The course covers the idea that, like all art forms, films are created in a social context and express a particular point of view through the characters, themes, motifs, and visual styles they embody. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# SON-113 — Cross Sectional Anatomy
4 credits · 4 hours
This course focuses on detailed cross-sectional anatomy as it relates to sonographic imaging. This study of serial sectional anatomy s sonographic students gain knowledge of the human body needed for the practical application of ultrasound. In class scanning will occur on a routine basis. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# SON-115 — Abdominal Ultrasound
3 credits · 3 hours
This course familiarizes the student with interpretation of normal and abnormal sonographic findings of the abdominal cavity. Related scanning techniques and associated Color Flow and Doppler are described. Sonographic/medical terminology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and associated laboratory findings as they relate to abdominal sonography will be covered. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-113

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# SON-116 — Obstetrical/Gynecological Sonography I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course familiarizes the student with interpretation of normal sonographic findings of gynecological and first, second, and third trimester sonography. All measurement techniques including gestational dating will be discussed. Abnormal sonographic findings as they relate to gynecology and the first trimester will be covered. Related scanning techniques and associated Color Flow and Doppler are described. Sonographic/medical terminology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and associated laboratory findings as they relate to gynecology and the first trimester will be covered. Ed. Course…
Prerequisites: SON-113

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# SON-117 — Ultrasound Scanning and Pathology
4 credits · 4 hours
This course consists of a lecture component and hands-on component. The student will have the opportunity to apply knowledge that they have gained via lecture directly to hands-on scanning applications. Topics addressed include proper machine set up, annotation of the equipment with reference to anatomy, and basic images. Students will be exposed to the various scan planes and transducer orientations that are utilized in daily practice as a sonographer. In addition, exam protocols and pathology will be discussed. The student will have the opportunity to use the equipment in the classroom. Ed.…
Prerequisites: SON-113

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# SON-121 — General Sonography Clinical I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the hands-on application of ultrasound in the hospital setting. Scanning skills are developed during this clinical. Students will be performing supervised ultrasounds and present daily cases to sonographers and/or physicians. Students will become acquainted with the responsibilities needed to work in the ultrasound setting. Clinical will take place 3 days a week. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-113

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# SON-123 — General Sonography Clinical II
3 credits · 3 hours
This hybrid course is a combination of classroom teaching and an online learning experience. This course continues with the presentation and physics of ultrasound. Special attention is given to the Doppler affect and its relevance in the field of general sonography. Sonographic artifacts, harmonics, contrast agents, bioeffects and safety are covered as well. Review from Ultrasound Instrumentation I is covered in the form of online weekly registry review tests. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: MIG-105, SON-121

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# SON-213 — Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation for the General Sonographer
2 credits · 2 hours
This hybrid course presents the physics of Ultrasound to the performance and instrumentation used in the general sonographic practice. A review of the basic laws and instruments are also discussed as they relate to the specific topics of the Doppler effect and sonographic artifacts. Special emphasis is placed on bioeffects and safety in the performance of General Sonography. The advancements in sonographic applications and instrumentation such as harmonics and 3D are explored, as well as the use of contrast agents. Review from Ultrasound Physics I is covered in the form of online assignments…
Prerequisites: MIG-105

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# SON-215 — Advanced General Sonography I
2 credits · 2 hours
This hybrid course is a combination of classroom teaching and online learning experience. Course topics include a review of abdominal and subspecialty sonography. Interesting sonographic cases will be presented for review. Articles from the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine and the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography will be reviewed and discussed. Registry practice exams will be taken online on a regular basis. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-115

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# SON-216 — Subspecialty Sonography and Neurosonography
3 credits · 3 hours
This hybrid course will familiarize the student with interpretation of normal and abnormal sonographic findings of subspecialty exams. This course will also have a hybrid and in-class component for an introduction to neurosonography. Related scanning techniques and associated Color Flow and Doppler are described. Sonographic/medical terminology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and associated laboratory findings as they relate to subspecialty sonography and neurosonography will be covered. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-113, SON-117

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# SON-217 — Advanced General Sonography II
2 credits · 2 hours
This hybrid course is a combination of classroom teaching and online learning experience. Course topics include a review of obstetrical and gynecological sonography as well as physics and instrumentation. Interesting sonographic cases will be presented for review. Articles from the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine and the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography will be reviewed and discussed. Registry practice exams will be taken online on a regular basis. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-221

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# SON-219 — Obstetrical/Gynecological Sonography I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course familiarizes the student with interpretation of normal sonographic findings of gynecological and first, second, and third trimester sonography. All measurement techniques including gestational dating will be discussed. Abnormal sonographic findings as they relate to gynecology and the first trimester will be covered. Related scanning techniques and associated Color Flow and Doppler are described. Sonographic/medical terminology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and associated laboratory findings as they relate to gynecology and the first trimester will be covered. Ed. Course…
Prerequisites: SON-123

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# SON-221 — Obstetrical and Gynecological II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Obstetrical/Gynecology Sonography I. Abnormal sonographic findings as they relate to second and third trimesters will be covered. Fetal anomalies as well as maternal disease will be discussed. Related scanning techniques and associated Color Flow and Doppler will be described. Sonographic/medical terminology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and associated laboratory findings as they relate to the second and third trimesters will be covered. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-116

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# SON-223 — General Sonography Clinical III
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the hands-on application of ultrasound in the hospital setting. Scanning skills are developed during this clinical. Students will be performing supervised ultrasounds and present daily cases to sonographers and/or physicians. Students will become acquainted with the responsibilities needed to work in the ultrasound setting. Clinical will take place 3 days a week. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-123

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# SON-225 — General Sonography Clinical IV
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the hands-on application of ultrasound in the hospital setting. Scanning skills are developed during this clinical. Students will be performing supervised ultrasounds and present daily cases to sonographers and/or physicians. Students will become acquainted with the responsibilities needed to work in the ultrasound setting. Clinical will take place 3 days a week. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-223

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# SON-227 — General Sonography Clinical V
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the hands-on application of ultrasound in the hospital setting. Scanning skills are developed during this clinical. Students will be performing supervised ultrasounds and present daily cases to sonographers and/or physicians. Students will become acquainted with the responsibilities needed to work in the ultrasound setting. Clinical will take place 3 days a week. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SON-225

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# SPN-101 — Elementary Spanish I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course, for students with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish, covers an introduction to the sounds and structures of Spanish and the development of basic skills needed for understanding and speaking Spanish. The course is not intended for native speakers or for students who have studied this language within the last three years. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# SPN-102 — Elementary Spanish II
3 credits · 3 hours
This continuation course of Elementary Spanish I ( SPN-101 ) emphasizes conversational skills and simple readings. The course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: SPN-101

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# SPN-110 — Lat Id-Media Cul & Myths
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will explore the agenda behind the manipulation of the Latinx experience in the media, how this contributes to the perpetuation of stereotypes, and how these myths affect the notions of self-identity. Examples of songs, T.V. shows, literary fiction, and other cultural manifestations will be incorporated into the course in order to examine the bias and flaws embedded in literature, the media, institutionalized discourses, and other sources of information. Through discussions, critical thinking exercises, writing, and research students will acquire a better understanding of the Lati…

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# SPN-201 — Intermediate Spanish I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course covers a review of basic language skills and emphasizes conversational and reading skills. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: SPN-102

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# SPN-202 — Intermediate Spanish II
3 credits · 3 hours
This continuation course of Intermediate Spanish I ( SPN-201 ), emphasizes self-expression through speaking, reading, and writing. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: SPN-201

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# SPN-280 — Spanish for Heritage Speakers
3 credits · 3 hours
SPN-280 is a course especially tailored toward heritage or native speakers of Spanish with active or passive knowledge of the language. The main purpose of the course is to build upon the language knowledge that students bring to the classroom and advance their proficiency of Spanish for multiple contexts. Special attention is given to building vocabulary, acquiring and effectively using learning strategies, and strengthening composition skills in Spanish to be used in formal settings. Cultural projects and readings will reinforce learners understanding of the multiple issues related to the H…

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# SPM-101 — Principles of Sport Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines the issues of management and organizational behavior within the context of the sports industry. Students will gain a comprehensive view of the procedures and operations of sports organizations and enterprises and will examine processes such as budgeting, marketing, event management, and labor relations that are necessary for the successful administration of these organizations. The Principles of Sport Management course is designed for individuals with interests in careers that combine management skills and knowledge of the sports industry. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer…

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# SPM-201 — Psychology of Sport
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is the study of the interaction between psychological variables and performance in sports and physical activity. This course is designed to students both learn and then apply practical as well as theoretical information as it relates to the psychology of sport. The course includes topics such as optimal performance, correlation, motivation, co-action effect, self-actualization, psycho-behavioral techniques, self-efficacy, and the general health benefits of sport participation. This introductory course is ideal for students who wish to work with athletes in some capacity, pursue a…
Prerequisites: PSY-101

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# SPM-211 — Sport Facility and Event Management
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students with an understanding of the complexity involved in major sports events and facilities in relation to their social, cultural, and physical environment. Topics include the analysis of goals and resources, the development of revenue streams, design and planning, scheduling and operations, staff management, and the implementation of programming. Risk management and security issues reflective of today’s environment will be discussed. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SPM-101

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# SPM-213 — Sport Law and Ethics
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is designed to introduce students to the legal, business, and policy issues and disputes that arise in the world of amateur and professional sports. Discussion of amateur sports includes the roles, rules and activities of the NCAA and questions involving amateurism, eligibility, sex discrimination and antitrust. Discussion of professional sports includes professional sports leagues, labor relations, contractual questions and representation. Issues important to both areas include violence in sports, drug testing, criminal, tort issues, and sponsorship endorsements. Ed. Course No Ma…
Prerequisites: SPM-101

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# SPM-215 — Sport Marketing and Promotion
3 credits · 3 hours
This course takes an in-depth look at fundamental marketing practices as applied to various sport venues and provides a detailed analysis of sport as a product, sport consumer markets, and sport product markets. Students will become familiar with marketing strategies applied to specific segments of the sport industry including amateur, college, professional and recreational markets. Students will prepare and organize marketing, promotional, and public relations campaigns applied to the sport and leisure industry. Legal issues and other challenges facing the sport industry will also be examine…
Prerequisites: SPM-101

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# SPM-217 — Seminar in Sport Management
3 credits · 3 hours
Through case discussion, lecture, videos, guest speakers, and field research, this course provides the student with a series of concepts, framework, analytical techniques and management decision-making skills to enable him/her to anticipate and critically examine and evaluate some of the problems, issues, and opportunities facing a sport business enterprise. This course should be taken in the student’s final semester. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SPM-101

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# SPM-299 — Sport Management Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course enhances the academic experience for students. All internships take place at pre-approved sites. Students engage in activities that improve knowledge of the practical world of work and them gain professional experience. The internship experience applies resources gained from students’ study to improve the quality of their contributions to the employer. A faculty coordinator supervises and grades all courses. Students are responsible for following all guidelines in the BHCC Internship Handbook. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# SGT-105 — Surgical Technology I
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is an introduction to the profession of surgical technology. The foundation and theory of the practice of Surgical Technology are presented to the student in conjunction with hands on experience in surgical technology, standard precautions, surgical equipment and instrumentation, and the care of the surgical patient. The introduction to the clinical setting is presented in the lab. The surgical conscience is defined and developed as well as standards of professionalism. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# SGT-106 — Surgical Technology II
6 credits · 6 hours
This course focuses on the introduction of surgical specialties. During clinical lab simulations, on campus, students will participate in the corresponding surgical interventions as they apply to each surgical specialty. Class Meets 4 hrs lec; 4 hrs lab Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: BIO-108, SGT-105, SGT-117

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# SGT-107 — Surgical Technology III
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a direct focus on performance in the clinical setting. The student participates as an independent member of the surgical team, demonstrating beginning level competence in advanced skills and anticipation of surgical needs. Student will present cases and current topics in surgery will be presented. In addition, students will combine their surgical technology theory with their clinical experience through various methods of instruction. Class Meets 24 hrs clin over eight weeks; 2 hrs sem over eight weeks Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SGT-106

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# SGT-109 — Central Processing I
2 credits · 2 hours
This course covers an introduction to the profession of Central Processing. It introduces principles of microbiology, technical functions, and functional areas as applied to Central Processing. The course covers the process of infection and disease transmission. It also covers manual and mechanical decontamination and disinfection. Class Meets 2 hrs. lecture. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# SGT-109A — Central Processing I Clinical
2 credits · 2 hours
During clinical practice at local medical centers, students participate in corresponding central processing functions. A minimum of 90 hours of clinical is required. People working in central processing can apply for prior learning assessment credits. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No

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# SGT-110 — Central Processing II
2 credits · 2 hours
This course introduces high- and low-temperature sterilization, sterile packaging and storage. The chemistry of Sterilization is presented. Quality control, risk management regulations and recommendations and recommended practices are introduced. Inventory management and principles of purchasing are also introduced. Class Meets 2 hrs lecture. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SGT-109, MAT-093, ENG-090, RDG-090, ELL-101

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# SGT-110A — Central Processing II Clinical
2 credits · 2 hours
During clinical experience, students participate in applications of theory to actual practice. A minimum of 90 hrs of clinical is required. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SGT-109, SGT-109A

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# SGT-111 — Central Processing Clinical
2 credits · 2 hours
This course is clinically focused, with students focusing on clinical skills acquisition. Students develop both depth and breadth of experience during clinical rotation. People working in Central Processing can apply for Prior Learning Assessment credits. Class Meets 6 hrs clinical. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No Notes Clinical placement is discussed at the first class.
Prerequisites: SGT-109, SGT-109A

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# SGT-117 — Asepsis for Surgical Technology
4 credits · 4 hours
This course covers the principles and practices of surgical asepsis that must be maintained in the operating room. This course will cover a brief introduction to microbiology with emphasis on infection control in the surgical setting. The course will cover decontamination, instrumentation, sterilization, disinfection and antisepsis and the function of the Sterile Processing Technician and the Surgical Technologist as it applies to these roles in the health care facility. Upon completion of this coures students will be eligible to sit for the CBSPD certification exam. Class Meets 3 hrs lec; 1…

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# SGT-208 — Surgical Technology IV
5 credits · 5 hours
This course builds on information acquired during the Spring and Summer Semester Surgical Clinical. Surgical procedures are studied in a unit-by-unit basis according to surgical categories and patient populations. Students are expected to research and review anatomy for each module. Emphasis is placed on variations of principles as applied to surgery in different body parts, detailed study of instrumentation, and the technologist’s role in each procedure. SGT-208 is 5-credit course. Class Meets 2 hrs lec; 24 hrs clinical Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SGT-107

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# SGT-209 — Role Transition in Surgical Technology
1 credits · 1 hours
This course is designed to provide specialized instruction for the student preparing to transition into the field of Surgical Technology. Emphasis is on review of content specific to the practice of surgical technology and preparation for the NBSTSA certification examination. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SGT-208

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# SGT-216 — Surgical Seminar
4 credits · 4 hours
This Surgical Technology Capstone provides students with an opportunity to advance their knowledge of surgical procedures through the use of case studies. The capstone course will be an opportunity for students to focus on discussions of surgical specialties, complications, and new technologies and the role of the surgical technologist as they advance from student to employee. The capstone will also prepare students for job interviews; resume writing, as well as the completion of a portfolio. Class Meets 4 hours per week Prerequisites SGT-208 and PMT-105
Prerequisites: SGT-208, PMT-105

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# SGT-251 — Principles of Surgical Technology - Clinical
4 credits · 4 hours
This course is a continuation of performance in the clinical setting. The student participates as an independent member of the surgical team, demonstrating beginning level competence in advanced skills and anticipation of surgical needs. Practicing skills needed to be an entry level Surgical Technologist. Class Meets 2 hours of class and 16 hours of clinical Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course No
Prerequisites: SGT-107, SGT-208

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# THR-101 — Introduction to Theatre
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the theatre arts, providing a wide-ranging understanding of the history, theory, and practice of theatrical expression. Students examine the artistic and cultural aspects of theatre by exploring the crafts of dramaturgs, playwrights, directors, actors, designers, and technicians. Through active discussion and collaborative project work, students develop their thoughtful viewpoints as theatre artists and make connections to cultural contexts. With an understanding of conventional theatre-making structures, students explore current developments in the artistic…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, RDG-090, ENG-090

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# THR-110 — Directing
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students study the craft of directing for the stage, both foundational theories and practical techniques. Through script analysis, staging exercises, and directorial projects, students cultivate an understanding of dramatic interpretation and theatre production leadership. Emphasis is placed on cultivating directorial vision, fostering ensemble collaboration, and understanding the historical and cultural context of directing theatre. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, RDG-095, ENG-095

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# THR-115 — Playwriting
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the art and technique of writing for the stage. Students explore the fundamentals of crafting compelling narratives, developing authentic characters, and constructing dynamic dialogue. Through script analysis of works from several playwrights and genres, students cultivate an understanding of the historical development of playwriting. Students hone their storytelling skills and cultivate their unique voices as playwrights in class workshops, discussions, and practical exercises. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Pre/ Ed.…

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# THR-130 — Introduction to Performance
3 credits · 3 hours
For those with minimal theatre experience, this course is an accessible entry point into the world of performance. Through interactive activities and introductory exercises, students explore foundational acting techniques, stage presence, and basic storytelling principles. Emphasizing self-expression and confidence-building, this course provides a supportive environment for students to explore their creative potential. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# THR-131 — Acting for Theatre I
3 credits · 3 hours
Intended for Theatre Majors or students who plan on taking higher level acting courses, this foundational course delves into the craft of acting for the stage. Through studio exercises and reflective work, students establish a fundamental understanding of how an actor uses the voice, body, and imagination in creating a performance. Students develop an awareness of inner impulses and how to make them the basis for spontaneous interaction with others. Students use acquired skills to build characters, analyze given circumstances, interpret dialogue, and set the foundation for more advanced scene…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, RDG-090, ENG-090

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# THR-132 — Acting for Theatre II
3 credits · 3 hours
Building upon the foundational skills developed in Acting for Theatre I, this course further refines students’ acting skills and techniques. Emphasizing script and character analysis, studio work will explore emotional depth, authenticity, and the integration of physical and vocal acting choices. Students develop their partnering skills and rehearsal techniques as a part of an acting ensemble. In-depth contemporary scene study prepares students to explore more advanced texts and longer works for performance. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, RDG-095, ENG-095, THR-131

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# THR-140 — Improvisation
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is well-suited for actors who want to be more spontaneous or non-performers who wish to strengthen their collaboration and communication skills. Through unscripted performance exercises, students build trust and spontaneity, while exploring techniques of storytelling, ensemble playing, physicality, character development, and environment creation. Students explore the comedic and dramatic potential in improvised scene work, building towards long-form improvisation and material that can inspire fully-scripted pieces. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative W…
Prerequisites: ELL-101, RDG-090, ENG-090

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# THR-142 — Voice & Speech
3 credits · 3 hours
A performance technique class, this course concentrates on sensing, freeing and developing the voice as an aspect of identity and as a fundamental tool of the actor. Through individual and ensemble exercises, students explore alignment of the body, breathing, resonance, articulation, and text work. Students use this foundational understanding of vocal mechanics to build a healthy, agile, and expressive voice for the stage. Reflective journaling, recordings, and presentations allow students to intentionally navigate their personal vocal development. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-131

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# THR-146 — Movement for the Actor
3 credits · 3 hours
A performance technique class, this course explores movement practices that enhance the actor’s expressiveness, performance energy, and body awareness. Studio work focuses on physical exercises and processes that strengthen the body, enliven the imagination, enhance concentration, and improve agility. The body is emphasized as the instrument of communication, as students examine space, tempo, rhythm, dynamics, and sensory response. Students learn to channel their physical and emotional energy into dramatic action for character and scene work. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-131

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# THR-150 — Introduction to Stagecraft
3 credits · 3 hours
For those with minimal theatre experience, this course is an accessible entry point into the world of technical theatre, surveying the technical and stagecraft skills that are essential knowledge for all theatre professionals. Students gain a basic understanding of safety principles, equipment, materials, and processes used in the technical aspects of theatre production. This course involves extensive hands-on work in the areas of scenery, props, costume construction, lighting, and sound. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Cours…

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# THR-181 — Theatre Practicum I
1 credits · 1 hours
In this experiential course, students gain entry-level practical experience in the aspects of theatre production, including set and costume construction, management and backstage operations, or performance. Through hands-on participation in rehearsals and performances, students develop valuable skills and insights into the workings of a theatrical production. Students are assigned a primary role or job, with additional opportunity to contribute in several areas. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-101

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# THR-195 — The Business of Theatre
3 credits · 3 hours
This pre-professional course provides essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in the theatre, film, and television industries. Through workshops, lectures, and practical activities, students develop resumes, portfolios, websites, and audition/interview techniques. Emphasis is placed on cultivating a strong personal brand, establishing a network, and navigating the unique challenges of the theatre, film, and television professions. Students explore the process of creating their own artistic opportunities so they can start their careers with an entrepreneurial mindset. Ed. Course…
Prerequisites: THR-282

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# THR-201 — Theatre History I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of theatre from its ancient origins to 1650. Focusing on key theatrical movements, playwrights, and productions, students will critically engage with the artistic innovations that have defined the theater landscape across different periods and regions. The reading of historically representative plays will prompt discussions of such topics as aesthetic developments, various acting approaches, and the evolving demographics of audiences. Students will explore how theatre has served as a reflection of and catalyst for social change throughout history. Ed. Course N…
Prerequisites: THR-101, ENG-111

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# THR-202 — Theatre History II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides an overview of theatre from 1650 to present. Focusing on key theatrical movements, playwrights, and productions, students will critically engage with the artistic innovations that have defined the theater landscape across different periods and regions. The reading of historically representative plays will prompt discussions of such topics as aesthetic developments, various acting approaches, and the evolving demographics of audiences. Students will explore how theatre has served as a reflection of and catalyst for social change throughout history. Ed. Course No Mass Trans…
Prerequisites: THR-101, ENG-111

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# THR-235 — Acting for the Camera
3 credits · 3 hours
This advanced acting course prepares actors to transition their skills from theatre to cinematic performance. Through practical exercises and film shoots, students explore the nuances of acting for film and television, focusing on techniques tailored to the camera’s frame. Students gain confidence in shaping authentic performances for specific shot composition and blocking, while surveying commercial, industrial, and film/TV material. Audition technique and self-tape skills are honed, preparing students to book work in a thriving industry. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-132

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# THR-282 — Theatre Practicum II
1 credits · 1 hours
In this experiential course, students make significant contributions to the aspects of theatre production, including set and costume construction, management and backstage operations, or performance. Through hands-on participation in rehearsals and performances, students develop valuable skills and insights into the workings of a theatrical production. Students are assigned a large primary role or job, and may have the opportunity to contribute in a secondary area. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-181

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# THR-283 — Theatre Practicum III
1 credits · 1 hours
In this experiential course, students serve in a leadership role in one aspect of theatre production, including design areas, stage management, performance, or direction. Through hands-on participation in rehearsals and performances, students hone skills in one area of a theatrical production and guide team members in their development. Students are assigned a primary leadership role or job. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-282

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# THR-299 — Theatre Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
Through an internship opportunity, students gain real-world experience and professional connections. Students engage in hands-on work in theatrical or film/television production or related fields, under the guidance of industry professionals. Students develop competences to kick-start their careers in the performing arts. As part of this course, students must complete 150 hours at their internship site. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: THR-282

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# VMA-100 — Cultures and Careers in Visual Art
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to creativity as a process, careers in creative fields, academic planning for transfer, and college and departmental resources. Classroom discussions will examine the personal and cultural relevance of a wide range of art forms, aesthetic approaches, contemporary and historical movements, and how art and design function in the context of an equitable society. Students and faculty will take part in creating an atmosphere of mutual respect and civility where diverse viewpoints can be shared. Students will work on independent projects that lead to portfolio develo…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-102 — Visual Design: Composition and Color
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the student to elements and principals of design that are fundamental to all fields of visual art. Within the context of 2-dimensional problem solving, students will develop a working vocabulary of visual elements including line, form, space, and color, in order to explore the expression of principles of composition such as balance, rhythm, emphasis, and proportion. Students will experience working with a variety of mediums and begin to develop skills in both visual thinking and craftsmanship. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-103 — Elements of Form
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces the student to the fundamental elements and principles of design within the context of 3-dimensional form and time, both essential to the understanding of 2D and sequential art and design. Working with a variety of materials students will explore the fundamentals of scale, volume, space and light in 3 dimensions. Through exploring sequence and visual narrative, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of viewer experience in time. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-104 — Drawing from Observation
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory studio course examines the basic vocabulary, principles, and skills of drawing. Using a wide range of media, students work primarily from observation to master techniques of objective drawing. While concentrating on formal visual elements such as line, shape, value, texture and limited color, students work with principles of figure/ground, scale, positive and negative space, proportion, perspective, volume, light, composition and pictorial unity. Through drawing, discussion, critique, and research, students will explore mark making as an expressive endeavor. This course meet…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# VMA-105 — Digital Imaging With Photoshop
3 credits · 3 hours
The Adobe Photoshop workspace reflects the technical basis of the digital image. Understanding the structure of this important application enables the student to systematically build confidence and skill in its use, and also apply its principles in related applications. This course surveys the breadth and depth of the Photoshop workspace and toolset through lecture presentations and lab exercises. An overview of the digital imaging workflow will be presented, with emphasis on image processing. Students must have basic computer literacy. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-106 — Digital Imaging for Artists and Designers
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course students will learn the Adobe Photoshop and conceptual skills necessary to create digital illustrations, collage and mixed media work comprised of photography, scanned images, found materials and student artwork. Students will learn the technical aspects of digital imaging such as scanning, image resolution, color reproduction, nondestructive editing, and image retouching and manipulation. These will be applied to projects where students explore principles of color and composition, meaning, expression, representation, sequence and narrative. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Cou…
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-107 — Anime: Themes, History, Fans
3 credits · 3 hours
Anime will be explored in the context of the history of animation and Japanese animation’s role in that history. We will examine anime specifically as to its prevailing themes and its relationship to social, political and cultural movements both in Japan and in the U.S. We will look in detail at the nature of anime’s reception in terms of screens (movies, TV, DVDs, Internet) and fan culture (otaku), as well as genres, social messages, and gender roles. The nature of animation as a specific use of the cinematic/moving image medium will be a central focus of the course. This course meets the Ge…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103

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# VMA-110 — Audio for Media
3 credits · 3 hours
In this introductory lab, students will gain basic knowledge and skills for producing audio for broadcast and visual media. Through hands-on projects, students will learn how to record, edit, and mix sound, using standard audio equipment and digital audio editing software. Topics will include the science of sound, audio for video, audio and the internet, and the technical aesthetic aspects of audio craft. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-111 — Introduction to Mass Media
3 credits · 3 hours
Mass media s shape the power dynamics in society and politics. This introductory course is the study of social, cultural, economic, ethical and political issues from personal, local, historical and global perspectives of media. Students will explore various kinds of media and their uses such as news, advertising, public relations, entertainment, social media and video games. Through discussions and projects, students will engage with multiple views, experiences, and beliefs in order to become critical consumers and producers media in our multicultural world. The course meets the General Educa…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-112 — Art History: Prehistoric to Medieval
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a broad, multicultural survey of art and architecture from the Prehistoric to the Medieval periods. Through formal analysis students will learn to use visual language to express aspects of design such as style, composition, perspective and materials. Students will explore how global, social, political, and cultural events influence, and are influenced by, artists and the production of art. By engaging with works of art through discussion, writing, museum visits, and making projects, students will explore the process of human creative endeavor, and will construct a narrative abo…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-113 — Art History: Renaissance-Contemporary
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a broad multicultural survey of art and architecture from the Early Renaissance through contemporary times. Through formal analysis students will learn to use visual language to express aspects of design such as style, composition, perspective and materials. Students will explore how global, social, political, and cultural events influence, and are influenced by, artists and the production of art. By engaging with works of art through discussion, writing, museum visits, and making projects, students will explore the process of human creative endeavor, and will construct a narra…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-114 — History of Graphic Design
3 credits · 3 hours
This course critically investigates and explores graphic design and visual communication history, major movements and pivotal artists and designers. This course requires participation of students in lecture and presentation, writing and studio projects, which will build critical thinking and visual skills. The course provides a necessary historical basis for students in the Visual Design Option in the Visual & Media Arts Program. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-115 — The Moving Image
3 credits · 3 hours
This course critically investigates and explores the history and technical development of the moving image, including major and influential works, artists, technical advances, and movements in film, television, and digital presentations. This course builds critical thinking and visual skills. The course provides a necessary historical basis for students in the Integrated Media Design Option in the Visual & Media Arts Department. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-118 — Elements of Time
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a time-based foundation studio course that focuses on critical thinking skills in the form of time and experience. The conceptual and experimental approach of this course enables students to develop the basic vocabulary, concepts, tools and principles used by artist and designers who create time-based multimedia projects. Students will critically evaluate and utilize time as narrative and an essential element through projects in audio, video, installation and live performance. These assignments will culminate in a self-directed project that promotes inquiry and can shape the vi…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-122 — Painting for General Education
3 credits · 3 hours
This introductory studio course examines the basic vocabulary, skills and principles of painting from observation. The course emphasizes drawing, composition, color, value, and paint quality. Through working with various tools and materials, discussion, critique, and research, students will explore how the combined elements of visual design can produce the illusion of volume, space, light and movement in order to depict observed and imagined subject matter, and be used to express ideas and emotion.This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-123 — Water Color I
3 credits · 3 hours
An introduction to the medium of watercolor paint, this course demonstrates and explores basic techniques such as wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and washes. Students draw from observation and learn to manipulate value, tone, and color. Class time includes one-on-one instruction and group critiques. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-124 — Printmaking I
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an introduction to a variety of printmaking processes including woodcut, monoprint, engraving, and dry point. Students will experiment with tools, materials and techniques in a studio environment. Through drawing, research, discussion, and critique, students will develop their own visual ideas and use printmaking as means of expression. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-125 — Introduction to Adobe Suite
3 credits · 3 hours
This is an introductory course in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, the industry-standard applications for graphic design. Through in-class and independent projects, students will learn the basic functionality of Illustrator for digital illustrations. Photoshop for editing images, and InDesign for layout and design. Students will be introduced to the basic tools and vocabulary needed to continue building skills independently. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes Notes This course cannot be used for credit in the VMA Visual Design Option.

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# VMA-129 — Visual Design with HTML & CSS
3 credits · 3 hours
Visual Design students will learn typography, layout and design in the context of interactive media, using HTML and CSS as visual design tools. Through a variety of onscreen projects, students will build on typesetting and layout skills and practice the principals of interactive design. Projects will focus on web typography, fluid design, functional style, navigation, and kinetic typography on screen. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-130 — Social Media Strategy
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course, students will explore techniques and strategies of social media marketing and public relations that can be used to promote a company, and individual or a product. Through case studies and exercises students will learn how to identify business
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-132 — Typography I, Form, Style, & Hierarchy
3 credits · 3 hours
Typography is the art and technique of arranging letterforms for practical and expressive communication. This rigorous course introduces students to the anatomy and classification of type, and to the basic principals of type classification, legibility, information hierarchy and grid systems. By completing a variety of projects, students will build skills in typesetting and layout, expressive typography, conceptual thinking and Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator. Students must earn a grade of C or higher to advance to Typography II. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-133 — Typography II: Layout, Typesetting, and Systems
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course students will continue to build on typographic foundation principles, strengthening their skills through projects of moderate complexity. Projects involve information design and design of long-form content for print and digital books, magazines and other publication formats. Students will learn to develop consistent type and navigation systems, and explore the relationship between type and image. There will be an emphasis on working through the design process from sketch, revision, and final presentation. Software used: Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and some Adobe Photoshop. Gen…
Prerequisites: VMA-132

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# VMA-135 — Digital Illustration
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course students will learn digital drawing skills to create projects in Adobe Illustrator and other software that communicate concepts and information. There will be an emphasis on developing visual research, sketching and rendering practices in order to create illustrations, data graphics and logotypes using vector drawing techniques. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-140 — Media in Motion
3 credits · 3 hours
In this studio/critique class, students will learn to combined typography, image, audio and short animated sequences using software and traditional methods. Skills and principles learned in this course may be applied to title sequences for film, motion graphics, Info graphics, web banners, interactive sequences and time-based art. There will be an emphasis on the process of design problem-solving incorporating thematic development, storytelling, message, interactivity and editing. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-132

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# VMA-141 — Elements of Video Production
3 credits · 3 hours
This course gives students an overview of the theoretical, aesthetic, and practical elements of digital video pre-production, production, and post-production. Through a series of creative exercises, lectures, and classroom critiques, students will gain an understanding of the fundamental skills required in planning, scripting, directing, shooting, lighting, and editing digital video productions for a variety of purposes and audiences. The course provides a special emphasis on understanding and using visual storytelling techniques to relate information and emotion. Recommended: VMA-105 Gen. Ed…
Prerequisites: ENG-095, MAT-093, VMA-105

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# VMA-151 — Introduction to Audio Technology
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will provide the student with the basic knowledge and skills required for audio production. Through lectures and hands-on lab work, students will learn the technical and aesthetic aspects of microphones, tape decks, and mixing consoles. Both digital and analog production media will be covered, with greater emphasis on the digital realm. In addition to technical abilities, students will also examine the nature of the acoustic environment, and will be introduced to digital audio editing software. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ENG-095, ELL-103, MAT-093

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# VMA-161 — Introduction to Digital Photography
3 credits · 3 hours
In this rigorous course students investigate basic technical issues of photographic work-flow and formal practices of seeing photographically. Through shooting assignments and lab exercises, students use an array of technical, aesthetic and compositional principles to create work that documents and interprets the world around them. Examples of current and historic photography will be examined. Students must have a digital camera or phone camera. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work. Gen. Ed. Course Yes Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-205 — Inventive Drawing
3 credits · 3 hours
Through various methods of visual thinking and ideation, students will learn to develop ideas and concepts, and will experiment with a variety of digital, traditional, or organic tools, drawing methods and mediums. During the course students will develop individual creative insight, learn to generate ideas through brainstorming and creative thinking, skills that are useful in effective design, animation, illustration, drawing, painting, story-telling and many other forms of visual communication. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-104

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# VMA-207 — Figure Drawing
3 credits · 3 hours
Students draw from the model as a means of understanding form, shape, and line, gaining experience with a variety of drawing media. Figure Drawing emphasizes shorter poses as training in immediate response to gesture and form. This course serves as a requirement and preparation for intermediate level and concept-based studio courses such as Ideas in Art: Fine Arts Studio, Observational Drawing, and Multi-Level Studio classes. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-104

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# VMA-221 — Multimedia Paint & Theory
3 credits · 3 hours
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of painting with heavy body paints and mediums. Working from observation students will gain the basic skills necessary to control the value, color, texture and composition of the paintings they create. They will develop visual problem-solving skills and critical vocabulary through group critiques and individual meetings. This course will leave them with a basic understanding of how to build a personalized, sustainable painting practice. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-104

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# VMA-223 — Water Color II
3 credits · 3 hours
Focusing on developing one’s personal sense of aesthetics and style, this course explores various techniques used in watercolor. The course places emphasis on creating cohesive, well-composed paintings, while it develops an understanding of the elusive properties of spontaneity and transparency as they relate to the medium of watercolor paint. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-123

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# VMA-224 — Printmaking II
3 credits · 3 hours
A continuation of Printmaking I ( VMA-124 ), this course further develops the techniques of dry point, engraving, woodcut, and monotype while focusing on thematic development and content. The course explores the more complex methods of color printing. It encourages experimentation in a self-motivated workshop environment. Class time includes one-on-one instruction and group critiques. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-124

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# VMA-225 — Painting Concepts
3 credits · 3 hours
This studio course provides intermediate instruction to students that possess the basic painting skill set framed by VMA221. Through observational painting, students will continue to increase their facility with heavy body paints while learning advanced techniques and employing digital media as a painting medium. This course also serves as an introduction to portraiture and figure painting while providing a framework for students to begin experimenting with personal aesthetics (style). They will exercise their visual problem- solving skills and increase their critical vocabulary through group…
Prerequisites: VMA-221

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# VMA-227 — Studio Portfolio
3 credits · 3 hours
What topic should my artwork discuss? How should this project manifest? Why am I making this? These questions comprise the three basic considerations that inform an artwork’s concept; the Subject (“the what” or the topic), Form (“the how” or the format) and the Content (“the why” or the artist’s intention). Ideas in Art students will explore how to successfully apply these essential conceptual considerations to a creative practice. Students will examine their own motives while investigating broader topics introduced through readings, writings and workshops. Studio art projects encourage the e…
Prerequisites: VMA-207, VMA-221

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# VMA-232 — Visual Design Lab I
3 credits · 3 hours
In this rigorous studio lab course, students will strengthen foundations of visual language, typography, image, and materials by working on pragmatic and expressive design problems. Students explore design process, methods of research, concept development, sketching, critique and revision in order to produce and present effective visual design solutions. Students learn to analyze and discuss their work, and the work of others, through frequent class critiques. Pre/ Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes

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# VMA-233 — Visual Design Lab II
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is a continuation of Visual Design I where visual design methods and principles are applied to projects of increased complexity. Class discussions will include exploration and overview of aspects of print and digital production methods as they pertain to the visual designer. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-232

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# VMA-241 — Advanced Video Production
3 credits · 3 hours
This course focuses on development of the skills and concepts necessary for digital video production. Students learn the advanced use of the HDV digital camcorder microphones, the field audio mixer and lighting techniques. The course uses images and materials acquired in the course in its Topics covered include fiction and non-fiction production techniques, including research, script development and interviewing. Discussion of theoretical issues in applied media aesthetics will be an integral and essential part of the class. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-141

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# VMA-242 — Video Post-Production
3 credits · 3 hours
This course delivers an intensive workshop in digital nonlinear post-production software, theory and techniques. Students work in-depth with Final Cut Pro and will also explore other aspects of the Final Cut Studio package, including Live Type, Soundworks Pro, and Motion. The course also provides a solid foundation in the theory and aesthetics of film and video editing by examining the history and development of the editing process. The course uses images and materials acquired in its Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-141

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# VMA-243 — Projects in Video Production
3 credits · 3 hours
The approach and content of this course focuses on producing a work of professional quality for use as a portfolio presentation of student achievement. Drawing on skills they have acquired in previous production courses, students will write, shoot, and edit a high-quality video program, including audio sweetening, digital composite effects, and graphics, modeling their activities on a real-world production atmosphere. Actual production activities depend on project production schedule and needs. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-241, VMA-242

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# VMA-244 — Media Project Planning
3 credits · 3 hours
This course is an intensive survey of all aspects of pre-production planning for video and multimedia productions. Special emphasis is given to the process of writing for the media, including idea development, preparation of proposals, treatments, storyboards and scripts that clearly define message, intent and audience. A variety of storytelling methods and approaches to the creative process will be explored, including the dramatic, educational, corporate and documentary formats. In addition, the fundamentals of production management will be presented, including script breakdown, production s…
Prerequisites: VMA-141

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# VMA-252 — Audio Studio Production
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will cover basic techniques for multi-track studio recording. Topics will include: microphone techniques and placement, tracking and overdubbing, mixing and digital editing, and use of outboard equipment. Use of ProTools software in a recording environment is emphasized. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-151

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# VMA-261 — Digital Photography Techniques
3 credits · 3 hours
This course examines professional practices in digital photography. Emphasis is on the continuity of the digital workflow and the production of fine prints. Technical issues of acquisition, image processing, out-put, and archiving will be addressed. Work derives from topical shooting assignments and student-defined projects. Students must have a digital camera with manual exposure control, and preferably one with RAW capture capability. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-262 — Video Techniques Lab
3 credits · 3 hours
In this digital filmmaking course, students will learn the technical elements of visual storytelling through demonstration and hands-on practice. Students will build a vocabulary of camera, lens, lighting and some editing skills through working on a variety of projects. Working in groups, students will experience various roles with a film crew. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-263 — Video Concepts Lab
3 credits · 3 hours
In this combination lab and critique class, digital filmmakers will focus on the pre and post production elements of visual storytelling. Through calls discussion and a variety of projects, students will explore aspects of structure, narrative, and style and build skills in conceptualization, scripting, story boarding and editing techniques. Post-production topics include digital editing software and current methods for output and distribution. Screenings, reading sand discussions of film and video work will challenge students to advance their personal vision and storytelling abilities. Gen.…
Prerequisites: ELL-103, ENG-095, MAT-093

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# VMA-271 — Design for the World Wide Web
3 credits · 3 hours
This course addresses the unique design issues involved in creating web pages. Students learn to develop graphics and media, to integrate content and media elements, and to create visually attractive communicative, and effective pages for electronic delivery. The course gives special attention to software applications used in the creation of web page design and graphics. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-105

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# VMA-273 — Motion Graphics & Compositing
3 credits · 3 hours
This course will familiarize students with the aesthetic and technical requirements of using digital methods to combine video, photo, graphics, text and other visual and audio elements. Through lecture, demonstration and hands-on projects, students will learn behavior-based animation, transfer modes, particle dynamics and simulation design, stylized title animation, chroma key techniques, DVD motion menu design, 3D features, key framing, audio and integration with various editing software. Recommended: VMA-241 and VMA-242 Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-105, VMA-241, VMA-242

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# VMA-274 — DVD Authoring
3 credits · 3 hours
This course provides students the technical and aesthetic skills needed to design and author professional DVDs. Through lectures and hands-on exercises, students will learn the stages of the DVD authoring process, including initial planning and storyboarding, menus and buttons, design and navigation, and burning and replication. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-105, VMA-141

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# VMA-275 — Interactive Design I
3 credits · 3 hours
In this studio intensive course, students will build on the foundations of visual design, typography and image with the principles of interactivity and user experience, in order to create responsive designs that work on both handheld and desktop devices. Gen. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-132

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# VMA-276 — Interactive Design II
3 credits · 3 hours
This is a practical class teaching interactive visual design from conception to completion. Students start by coming up with an idea for and examining the needs of their design projects, then define the target audience and behavior, page layouts, project planning/site maps, and techniques to smooth their workflow. Students will choose their digital applications(s) (e.g., website, Apple iPhone) for their projects. The final visual designs are ready to be delivered for development and implementation. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-275

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# VMA-290 — Visual Design Portfolio
3 credits · 3 hours
In this course Visual Design majors will refine, expand on, and assemble existing portfolio content for transfer to 4-year design programs, internships, and entry-level employment. The portfolio content is evidence of the student’s abilities in design, concept development, and technical skills. Students will produce a resume and self-marketing materials. They will learn presentation techniques and participate in portfolio review. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-232

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# VMA-299 — Visual & Media Arts Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This course supports students participating in an internship aligned with their field of study. Through reflective activities, students engage deeply with their internship experiences and critically analyze how the theories, concepts, and skills learned in previous coursework are applied in real-world settings. Assignments and discussions encourage students to consider the challenges, opportunities, and diverse perspectives encountered in the workplace, fostering personal and professional growth while valuing the cultural wealth individuals bring to their experiences. Students are required to…
Prerequisites: VMA-261, VMA-262, VMA-263, VMA-100, VMA-102, VMA-133, FLM-120

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# VMA-299M — Media Communication Internship
3 credits · 3 hours
This internship course is dedicated to field experience in a professional job situation and is recommended as a final semester course. Students arrange for placement at an internship site with the departmental supervisor in the semester previous to the actual internship. Site experience requires 120-150 hours, as well as a personal project related to the internship. Ed. Course No Mass Transfer Course Yes
Prerequisites: VMA-241