Jun 16, 2024

2018-2019 Archived Catalog

Course Descriptions

Credits and Course Numbering

Courses numbered 001-099 are designed for students to acquire basic skills necessary for successful college work.

Courses numbered 100-299 are college level courses and are usually transferable to senior colleges. Not all courses are offered every semester. Also, new courses or seminars may have been developed and may not be in this catalog’s listing.

Course Filter
Filter this list of courses using course prefix, course code, keywords or any combination.
Prefix:	Code or Number:	Keyword or Phrase:
Choose Course Prefix	Choose Course Number	Choose Keyword
Find whole word or phrase only.


Chemistry
	CHEM-237 Organic Chemistry I Credits 5 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Pre-requisite: Minimum grade of 2.0 in either CHEM-131 or CHEM-132 Note: This course requires chemical splashproof goggles and lab coat on the first day of class. Co-requisite: CHEM-237L and CHEM-237R Basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on structural theory stereochemistry reaction mechanisms spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Course Outcomes 1. To provide a comprehensive study of basic organic chemistry with emphasis on modern aspects of structural theory, reaction mechanism, synthesis, stereochemistry and spectral analysis 2. To provide student with a practical background in the theory and technique of organic synthesis and analysis 3. To develop incentive for individual creative action in the laboratory by encouraging the student to use his own judgement in carrying out the details of his projects 4. To give student a solid foundation required for further study in organic chemistry or biochemistry 5. To develop an appreciation, awareness and a concern for the vital role which organic chemistry plays in today’s society and to show the importance of organic chemistry in fields involving agriculture, drugs, environmental control, household products, life processes, polymerization etc.
	CHEM-237L Organic Chemistry I Lab Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Pre-requisite: Minimum grade of 2.0 in either CHEM-131 or CHEM-132. Co-requisite: CHEM-237 and CHEM-237R The laboratory section of basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on structural theory stereochemistry reaction mechanisms spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Laboratory work involves organic laboratory techniques including microscale analysis and instrumental methods. Course Outcomes 1. To provide a comprehensive study of basic organic chemistry with emphasis on modern aspects of structural theory, reaction mechanism, synthesis, stereochemistry and spectral analysis 2. To provide student with a practical background in the theory and technique of organic synthesis and analysis 3. To develop incentive for individual creative action in the laboratory by encouraging the student to use his own judgement in carrying out the details of his projects 4. To give student a solid foundation required for further study in organic chemistry or biochemistry 5. To develop an appreciation, awareness and a concern for the vital role which organic chemistry plays in today’s society and to show the importance of organic chemistry in fields involving agriculture, drugs, environmental control, household products, life processes, polymerization etc.
	CHEM-237R Organic Chemistry I Recitation Credits 0 / 1 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Pre-requisite: Minimum grade of 2.0 in either CHEM-131 or CHEM-132. Co-requisite: CHEM-237 and CHEM-237L The quiz section of basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on structural theory stereochemistry reaction mechanisms spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Course Outcomes 1. To provide a comprehensive study of basic organic chemistry with emphasis on modern aspects of structural theory, reaction mechanism, synthesis, stereochemistry and spectral analysis 2. To provide student with a practical background in the theory and technique of organic synthesis and analysis 3. To develop incentive for individual creative action in the laboratory by encouraging the student to use his own judgement in carrying out the details of his projects 4. To give student a solid foundation required for further study in organic chemistry or biochemistry 5. To develop an appreciation, awareness and a concern for the vital role which organic chemistry plays in today’s society and to show the importance of organic chemistry in fields involving agriculture, drugs, environmental control, household products, life processes, polymerization etc.
	CHEM-238 Organic Chemistry II Credits 5 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Pre-requisite: CHEM-237 Note: This course requires chemical splashproof goggles and lab coat on the first day of class. Co-requisite:CHEM-238L and CHEM-238R The second semester of basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on structural theory stereochemistry reaction mechanisms spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Course Outcomes 1. To provide a comprehensive study of basic organic chemistry with emphasis on modern aspects of structural theory, reaction mechanism, synthesis, stereochemistry and spectral analysis 2. To provide student with a practical background in the theory and technique of organic synthesis and analysis 3. To develop incentive for individual creative action in the laboratory by encouraging the student to use his own judgement in carrying out the details of his projects 4. To give student a solid foundation required for further study in organic chemistry or biochemistry 5. To develop an appreciation, awareness and a concern for the vital role which organic chemistry plays in today’s society and to show the importance of organic chemistry in fields involving agriculture, drugs, environmental control, household products, life processes, polymerization etc.
	CHEM-238L Organic Chemistry II Lab Credits 0 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Pre-requisite: CHEM-237 Note: This course requires splashproof goggles and lab coat on the first day of class. Co-requisite: CHEM-238 and CHEM-238R The laboratory section of basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on structural theory stereochemistry reaction mechanisms spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Laboratory work involves organic laboratory techniques including microscale analysis and instrumental methods. Course Outcomes 1. To provide a comprehensive study of basic organic chemistry with emphasis on modern aspects of structural theory, reaction mechanism, synthesis, stereochemistry and spectral analysis 2. To provide student with a practical background in the theory and technique of organic synthesis and analysis 3. To develop incentive for individual creative action in the laboratory by encouraging the student to use his own judgement in carrying out the details of his projects 4. To give student a solid foundation required for further study in organic chemistry or biochemistry 5. To develop an appreciation, awareness and a concern for the vital role which organic chemistry plays in today’s society and to show the importance of organic chemistry in fields involving agriculture, drugs, environmental control, household products, life processes, polymerization etc.
	CHEM-238R Organic Chemistry II Recitation Credits 0 / 1 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Prerequisite: CHEM-237 Note: This course requires splashproof goggles and lab coat on the first day of class. Co-requisite: CHEM-238 and CHEM-238L The quiz section of basic principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on structural theory stereochemistry reaction mechanisms spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Course Outcomes 1. To provide a comprehensive study of basic organic chemistry with emphasis on modern aspects of structural theory, reaction mechanism, synthesis, stereochemistry and spectral analysis 2. To provide student with a practical background in the theory and technique of organic synthesis and analysis 3. To develop incentive for individual creative action in the laboratory by encouraging the student to use his own judgement in carrying out the details of his projects 4. To give student a solid foundation required for further study in organic chemistry or biochemistry 5. To develop an appreciation, awareness and a concern for the vital role which organic chemistry plays in today’s society and to show the importance of organic chemistry in fields involving agriculture, drugs, environmental control, household products, life processes, polymerization etc.
Chinese
	CHI.-111 Chinese Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. This course presents a basic listening speaking reading and writing curriculum written in English and Romanized Chinese based on Hayu pinyin as well as a separate but coordinated reading and writing curriculum that includes both simplified and full forms of Chinese characters. The curriculum consists of task-based interactive classroom activities.
	CHI.-112 Chinese 112 Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. This course is a continuation of CHI.-111 . The course teaches the basic listening speaking reading and writing skills. The curriculum includes both simplified and full forms of Chinese characters. This course consists of task-based interactive classrooms activities. The Mandarin dialect of the Chinese language is taught in this course. Course Outcomes 1. Basic practice in conversational skills. These include listening and speaking with emphasis on correct pronunciation and usage of proper vocabulary 2. Students are encouraged to develop their own strategies to express meaning 3. Students are expected to learn and manipulate vocabulary and structures to achieve specific real-life ends 4. By the end of the semester, students are expect to develop the necessary skills to achieve these ends 5. Systemic practice in the communicative functions of the language including a variety of simulated native circumstances 6. Students will gain knowledge of the culture of the Chinese people
Communications
	COMM-131 Fundamentals of Public Speaking Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequsite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequsite: Placement into ENGL-101 or an S1 in ENGL-099 . This course teaches the fundamentals of public speaking principles of effective oral communication and application of these principles in a variety of practical speaking situations. Course Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an understanding of communication terminology and basic theory/research applicable to the study and practice of public speaking 2. Demonstrate the ability to prepare and deliver informative and persuasive speeches using properly constructed elements of a standard speech outline 3. Demonstrate proper usage of the key points of presentation, including the fundamentals of extemporaneous speaking, vocal quality, kinesics (face and body movement), proxemics (spacing), and other verbal and non-verbal behaviors germane to the study of public address 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the roles of both the speaker and the audience in the public speaking exchange, as well as speaker proficiency in audience analysis and adaptation 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the different general and specific purposes for public address 6. Demonstrate an understanding of techniques common to the critical evaluation of oral communication. 7. Demonstrate the ability to find, analyze, select, and synthesize appropriate research into your public address 8. Demonstrate the ability to select, analyze and functionally integrate visual aids into your public address 9. Demonstrate critical thinking and listening skills 10. Demonstrate increased confidence in public speaking situations 11. Demonstrate an understanding of ethical public address practices 12. Demonstrate the principles of considerate audience membership.
	COMM-140 Principles of Interpersonal Communication Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0 or ENGL 100 ; Placement intoENGL 101 on the MCC placement test or “S1” in ENGL-095, ENGL-098, ENGL 099 This course examines interpersonal communication by focusing on relationships through an understanding of self and others. Areas of emphasis include a focus on language, nonverbal communication, self-concept, identity management, perception, listening, conflict, culture, emotions, ethics, and other factors that impact relational communication. Course Outcomes 1. Identify and explain basic theoretical and methodological concepts related to the study of interpersonal communication 2. Summarize and explain strategies to identify key aspects of a communication climate and manage conflict using culturally-appropriate, respectful, and ethical principles 3. Explain the communication dynamics within different types of interpersonal relationship (intimate, work. and mediated) and identify the role of language (i.e. verbal communication) and nonverbal communication 4. Describe the impact of self/other perception, effective listening/feedback, cultural factors, and emotions on relational communication in a variety of different interpersonal settings 5. Analyze group dynamics by identifying member roles, leadership qualities, decision making strategies and other concepts related to effective interpersonal interactions in a group setting 6. Investigate the role of self-concept by focusing on identity management and identifying aspects of interpersonal communication while interacting with others
	COMM-200 Survey of Human Communication Studies Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Pre- or Co-requisite: ENGL-101 A survey course in communication that will investigate the theory and scholoarly history of the discipline in the following typical and emerging concentration areas in the field: public communication; interpersonal communication; family communication; organizational workplace and group communication; interviewing and leadership; healthcare communication; mediated communication and communication technology. Course Outcomes 1. Understand the foundational theories and characteristics of communication studies pertinent to typical and emerging content areas in the field 2. Understand research findings pivotal to the development of the communications field 3. Understand current issues under consideration by communication scholars in typical and emerging communication content areas 4. Understand current academic and career options in the field of communication as well as the professional outlook of scholars in the discipline 5. Understand techniques for the critical evaluation of communication in public and private settings 6. Understand the social, political, interpersonal intrapersonal, and economic implications of communication research findings
	COMM-210 Persuasion Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement intoENGL 101 (ACSE-101) or ‘S1’ inENGL 095 , ENGL 098 , ENGL 099 , ACLT 075 Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. This course examines the history and role of persuasive theory applicable to civic, social, and personal settings with an emphasis on the ethical application and critical analysis of persuasive appeals in politics, public address, advertising, marketing, news, and social media. Course Outcomes 1. Identify and explain key concepts and theories related to persuasion 2. Recognize and explain how persuasive messages are constructed through the use of verbal and nonverbal communication in a variety of persuasive contexts 3. Describe and employ strategies to recognize and resist unethical persuasive tactics 4. Defend the use of audience analysis in persuasive settings, conduct an audience analysis, and incorporate audience-centered strategies in a variety of public/civic/personal appeals 5. Devise an ethical persuasive strategy demonstrating a thorough understanding of persuasive tactics and theory based on credible research 6. Recognize persuasive organizational patterns and determine the most effective pattern for a particular context/setting/audience/issue 7. Employ basic research methods to identify and evaluate credible academic sources appropriate for persuasive efforts in a variety of media including oral presentation contexts 8. Create business professional aids and effectively integrate them into a public address 9. Examine the components of effective persuasive messages and arguments from the perspective of the sender & receiver.
	COMM-220 Intercultural Communication Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Placement into ENGL 100 on the MCC placement test or “S1” in ENGL-095, ENGL-098 or ENGL 099 This course examines intercultural communication by focusing on theories and methods that relate to the various dimensions of culture and how they impact effective verbal and nonverbal communication. Using an international framework, this course investigates the role of context, cultural competence, conflict, ethics, perception, and privilege in a variety of personal, professional, and mediated settings. Course Outcomes 1. Identify and explain basic theoretical and methodological concepts related to the practical application of intercultural communication 2. Analyze the role of culture and identify factors that influence culture(s) by exploring cultural self-awareness in relation to values, world views, perception, interpretation, power, and privilege 3. Investigate the social, cultural, and historical factors that impact intercultural communication encounters in a variety of personal, professional mediated, and international contexts (ex. business, education, healthcare, politics. etc.) 4. Describe the key aspects of verbal communication and explain how they relate to verbal codes, discourse, language and thought, cultural variations. Identity, and contextual rules 5. Identify the types of nonverbal communication and evaluate how they relate to factors like context, nonverbal codes, semiotics, cultural variations, and universal principles 6. Investigate the factors of intercultural competence by exploring cultural values, worldviews, positionality, barriers to effective intercultural communication and identify practical methods to address intercultural conflict and foster ethical intercultural cooperation.
	COMM-231 Discussion Principles Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Prerequisite: COMM-131 This course addresses discussion as essential to the democratic process a study of the methods and principles of discussion practical experience in the various types of discussion.
	COMM-233 Oral Interpretation Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. Prerequisite: COMM-131 The theory of oral reading; practice in developing vocal and body techniques for the interpretation of literature; readings from prose poetry and drama.
Communications Technology
	COMT-110 Introduction to Digital Technology Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 This course is an introduction to the digital technologies currently used in occupations such as Computer Applications Sales & Marketing Corporate Training Public Relations Photography Small Business Management and Distance Learning. Content will include: digital technology overview development and application exercises in digital technologies used in print media photography graphics video/audio production basic operation of digital hardware and an introduction to the design of digital media in a PC-based environment. Course Outcomes 1. Examine digital technologies currently used in computing/business applications 2. Compare digital technologies: advantages and disadvantages 3. Operate digital media equipment 4. Use appropriate storage and backup systems for each technology 5. Demonstrate basic procedures in digital media technology
	COMT-110A Digital Technology Overview Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 This module is designed to introduce the basic concepts vocabulary and potential of the digital technologies. This is the foundation for creating practical applications of digital techniques for a variety of communications projects. Students will be exploring real-world examples of the major types of digital technology using print and web publications. Course Outcomes 1. Examine digital technologies currently used in computing/business applications 2. Compare digital technologies: advantages and disadvantages
	COMT-110B Print Based Publications Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110A This module introduces design concepts specific to print-based publications. Design techniques terminology and elements of graphic design are included. Students will also produce a variety of print materials using current entry-level publications program (i.e. Micrsoft Publisher). Course Outcomes 1. Develop a print application using digital technology 2. Demonstrate basic procedures in digital media production 3. Use appropriate storage and backup systems
	COMT-110C Photo Solutions/Digital Realm Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110A This module introduces the basics of Photography. Students will be able to identify elements of composition use of light and color depth of field and speed. In addition they will learn how to create conventional 35mm photographs scanned images and digital pictures. Images will be produced in a variety of file formats for specific use in print-based and on-line applications. Course Outcomes 1. Complete a photographic application using digital technology 2. Demonstrate basic procedures in digital media production 3. Use appropriate storage and backup systems
	COMT-110D Graphic Sols/Digital Realm Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110A This module will introduce students to designing business graphics and logos using clipart images and incorporating the designs in an electronic presentation. Images will be produced in a variety of file formats for specific use in print-based and on-line applications. Course Outcomes 1. Create a graphic application using digital technology 2. Demonstrate basic procedures in digital media production 3. Use appropriate storage and backup systems
	COMT-110E Create Video/Audio Digital Solutions Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110A This module will introduce basic video production techniques. Students will be required to design produce digitize and edit a short video using PC-based hardware and software. Videos will also include computerized titling. The completed projects will be output to tape. Course Outcomes 1. Produce a video media application using digital technology 2. Demonstrate basic procedures in digital media production 3. Use appropriate storage and backup systems
	COMT-110F Basic Design for On-Line Applications Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110A This module will introduce basic design techniques for Web sites. When students complete this module they will be able to design and create interesting pages. The projects will include adding graphics logos e-mail access and navigation components. Course Outcomes 1. Design an on-line application using digital technology 2. Demonstrate basic procedures in digital media production 3. Use appropriate storage and backup systems
	COMT-120 Digital Media Production I Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110 or COMG This course examines advanced digital technologies used in graphics publications and web development in the PC-based environment. It is a production oriented course using digital technologies found in occupations such as Computer Applications Sales & Marketing Corporate Training Public Relations Photography Small Business Management and Distance Learning. Content will include: professional level software packages (e.g. Publisher Pagemaker Photo Editor RoboHTML Dreamweaver or new software as developed) project planning and timelines development and application exercises in print and on-line publications. Course Outcomes 1. Examine advanced digital technologies used in graphics, publications and web development 2. Use professional level publication, graphic and web software 3. Operate digital media equipment 4. Demonstrate advanced procedures in digital media production for print and web applications
	COMT-120A Photo/Graphic Manipulation - Photoshop Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite:COMT-110 Introduces the basics of photographic manipulation using the Photoshop program. Students will be able to use Photoshop tools effectively to edit photographs use basic painting tools work with text and colors and manipulate complex selections. In addition layers filters color selection color correction calibration and paths will be explored.
	COMT-120B Webpage Development: Adobe Dreamweaver Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110 Introduces the basics of webpage development using the Dreamweaver program. Students will be able to use Dreamweaver tools effectively to create text based web pages use links images and tables and work with both frames and layers. In addition templates libraries animations behaviors plug-ins and site management will be explored.
	COMT-120C Publication Development: Adobe Indesign Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110 Introduces the basics of print-based publication development using the PageMaker program. Students will be able to use PageMaker tools effectively to create publications text manipulation page styles and graphics. In addition master pages advanced text handling document management and various printing techniques will be explored.
	COMT-121A Adobe Photoshop-CS Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 . Examines advanced digital technologies used in photographic and graphic manipulation for web and publication graphics in a PC-based environment. Content will include professional level software applications (e.g. Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop Elements etc) planning and timelines and development/application exercises in print publications. There will be a different application program taught in each of the sections offered.
	COMT-121B Adobe Photoshop Elements Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Maximum Credits 3 Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 . Examines advanced digital technologies used in photographic and graphic manipulation for web and publication graphics in a PC-based environment. Content will include professional level software applications (e.g. Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop Elements etc) planning and timelines and development/application exercises in print publications. There will be a different application program taught in each of the sections offered.
	COMT-122A Dreamweaver-CS Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 . Examines advanced digital technologies used in webpage development in a PC-based environment. Content will include professional level software applications (i.e. Adobe GoLive Macromedia Dreamweaver etc.) planning and timelines and development/application exercises in print publications. There will be a different application program taught in each of the sections offered.
	COMT-123A Adobe Pagemaker Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 . Examines advanced digital technologies used in publications and publication graphics in a PC-based environment. Content will include professional level software applications (e.g. Adobe Pagemaker Adobe InDesign etc.) planning and timelines and development/application exercises in print publications. There will be a different application program taught in each of the sections offered.
	COMT-123B Adobe In-Design-CS Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Maximum Credits 3 Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 . Examines advanced digital technologies used in publications and publication graphics in a PC-based environment. Content will include professional level software applications (e.g. Adobe Pagemaker Adobe InDesign etc.) planning and timelines and development/application exercises in print publications. There will be a different application program taught in each of the sections offered.
	COMT-220 Digital Media Production II Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-120 . This course examines advanced digital technologies used in audio and video development used in the PC-based environment. Content will include: professional level software packages (e.g. SoundForge Quicktime Moviemaker Real Audio/Video or new software as developed) video capture hardware/software digital video post-production both linear and non-linear project planning and timelines and development/application exercises in audio and video for the web. It is a production oriented course using the digital technologies found in occupations such as Computer Applications Television Production Photography Small Business Management and Distance Learning. Course Outcomes 1. Examine advanced digital technologies used in audio and video production and post-production 2. Use professional level audio, video and web software 3. Operate linear and non-linear digital editing equipment 4. Demonstrate advanced procedures in digital media production for audio, video and web applications
	COMT-220A Digital Video Editing: Software Based Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-120 . Introduces digital video editing using a computer software based solution. Students will be working with Adobe Premiere or a similar professional level editor. The concepts of video capture scene manipulation transitions special effects titling and exporting completed movies are some of the skills explored. Course Outcomes 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic functions in the Adobe Premiere editing environment 2. Create transitions 3. Use special effects 4. Build still video images 5. Work with audio clips 6. Construct titles and credits 7. Edit with special effects. 8. Use rotoscoping techniques in Photoshop 9. Create animations with Illustrator 10. Edit video sequences 11. Capture video sequences
	COMT-220B Digital Video Editing: Hardware Based Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-120 . Examines advanced digital technologies using a stand-alone computerized video editor. Students will plan create and capture raw video and then complete post-production editing (i.e. scene sequencing transitions titling and special effects) and render the completed video back to VHS or digital tape stock. Course Outcomes 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic functions in the Casablanca Nonlinear Digital Editor 2. Produce master video footage 3. Capture/digitize video footage 4. Edit video 5. Apply transitions and video effects 6. Create titles and credits 7. Record completed video to tape
	COMT-220C Digital Audio Editing Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-120 . Explores basic concepts of audio (sound-only) editing using a computer based software program (Sound Forge or similar program). Students will plan create and record audio files then complete post-production editing. Final products will be computer files and/or audio tape or CD-R. Course Outcomes 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic functions in the Sound Forde editing environment 2. Work with audio files 3. Record audio files 4. Edit audio files 5. Create and edit samples/loops 6. Produce audio files for multimedia and the Web 7. Save audio files 8. Burn audio files to CD
	COMT-220D Digital Resume: Web/CD Production Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-110 , COMT-120 , COMT-220A , COMT-220B , COMT-220C . Students in this course will be developing a CD based Digital Resume. The resume will be designed using a multi-media builder program to create an auto-run CD. Samples of work from all of the various skills/programs learned in the Communications Technology curriculum as well as a PDF traditional resume will be included. Course Outcomes 1. Design a flowchart for a digital resume for web/CD-Rom format 2. Construct a storyboard for a digital resume 3. Choose sample work/projects for digital resume 4. Use interactive media builder to assemble your digital resume 5. Burn auto-run CD-Rom of website/video digital resume
	COMT-260 Educational Technology Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite:Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) is required. Provides educators and trainers with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to implement instructional media in a competency based curriculum. Content will include: development and application exercises in media software; operation of conventional media hardware and computers; and an introduction to instructional design systems. Course Outcomes 1. Operate conventional media hardware: video recording and production equipment, overhead, slide and 16 mm projectors, microcomputers, printers and Thermofax equipment 2. Perform basic procedures in the following graphic production techniques: dry mounting, laminating, lettering and rubber cementing 3. Plan and develop an instructional module which includes a systematized competency-based approach to learning 4. Have an awareness of microcomputer applications in the instructional design process as both a design tool and an object of instruction 5. Demonstrate basic procedures in educational media production
	COMT-270 Field Experience Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMT-220 and permission of instructor. This course provides the student with an opportunity to use the skills acquired in the Communication Technology courses in a field work experience. Students will be required to complete 100 work hours in a business educational or broadcasting environment. Supervision of field work assignment will be done by the field site supervisor. Students are expected to perform as business professionals and adhere to the business practices of their work site. Additional meetings with the student field site supervisor and instructor will be required. Field Experience is to be taken the last semester of the students program. Course Outcomes 1. Use digital technology skills acquired in working in a business, educational or broadcasting environment 2. Use professional level production software 3. Operate equipment appropriate in the work site assigned 4. Demonstrate competency in specific skills required by the work site 5. Act appropriately in a professional manner suitable for the work site 6. Complete Field Experience journal 7. Compile a portfolio of work samples completed as part of the Field Experience course 8. Participate in Field Experience evaluation
Computer Aided Drafting
	CADD-100 Mechanical Blueprint Reading w/CADD Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This is a lecture/laboratory course that focuses on the interpretation of engineering drawings and CADD files used in the mechanical design profession. The course reflects current ASME specifications as it relates to the interpretation of two dimensional orthographic detail and assembly drawings. Course Outcomes 1. Demonstrate the ability to create mechanical sketches 2. Demonstrate knowledge of orthographic projection 3. Demonstrate ability to sketch and interpret multi-view drawings 4. Demonstrate the ability to sketch and interpret auxiliary views 5. Demonstrate the ability to sketch and interpret section views 6. Demonstrate the ability to interpret thread views and notes 7. Demonstrate the ability to interpret welding notes and drawings 8. Demonstrate the ability to interpret and specify dimensions and tolerances 9. Demonstrate the ability to interpret detail and assembly drawings
	CADD-110 Architectural Blueprint Reading w/CADD Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). This is an introduction to reading and interpreting architectural blueprints and sketching techniques used in field information gathering and communication. Students develop skills in blueprint reading through interpretation of drawings and CADD. This course covers applications found in residential and light commercial construction as well as plant layout applications. Class is delivered in a CADD based format. Course Outcomes 1. Recognizing and interpreting architectural symbols, the line alphabet, abbreviations, and notations 2. Defining architectural terminology 3. Sketching architectural views and details 4. Reading and interpreting construction drawings, blueprints and schedules
	CADD-120 2D CADD Applications Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre- or Co-requisite: CADD-100 This course is an introduction to CADD drafting for the development of detail drawings. The emphasis of this course is to develop the detailing skills required for an entry level CADD Technician. After successfully completing this course the student should be able to complete tasks such as the creation of detail drawings for manufacturing products/projects. Course Outcomes 1. Graphically demonstrate competence in 2D drawing applications 2. Display proper selection and use of drafting applications using CAD 3. Accurately layout and construct drawings utilizing various geometric constructions 4. Construct orthographic drawings of objects containing normal and inclined surfaces 5. Dimension drawings using proper placement and usage of dimensions and notes 6. Develop a vocabulary of words commonly associated with the drafting field 7. Produce a completed detail drawings using established standards
	CADD-130 Parametric Modeling Fundamentals Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 120 A lecture/laboratory course which introduces fundamental concepts of Parametric Modeling applications as it relates to design topics. The course is designed to develop sound fundamentals in creating 3D parametric models using a CADD based design environment. The course will include sketching geometric and dimensional constraining techniques and applications with regard to product design intent and use. Course Outcomes 1. Graphically demonstrate competence in 3D sketcher applications 2. Display proper selection and use of drafting applications using CAD 3. Accurately layout and construct drawings utilizing various geometric constructions 4. Construct orthographic drawings of objects containing normal, inclined, oblique or curved surfaces 5. Dimension drawings using proper placement and usage of dimensions and notes 6. Accurately construct various types of section views using cutting plane lines, section line, etc. 7. Develop a vocabulary of words commonly associated with the drafting field 8. Produce a completed detail and working drawing using established standards
	CADD-140 Mechanical Detailing Applications Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 130 Pre-requisite: CADD-130 An introduction to CADD applications used in creating mechanical detail drawings. The emphasis of this course is to develop the mechanical detailing skills required for an entry level detailing Technician. After successfully completing this course the student should be prepared to complete tasks such as: create the detail drawings for a product machine or tooling equipment projects. Course Outcomes 1. Create mechanical detail drawings 2. Display proper selection and use of drafting applications using CADD 3. Accurately layout and construct required detail drawings of objects with required scale 4. Construct orthographic drawings of objects with required scale 5. Dimension drawings using proper placement and usage of dimensions and notes 6. Accurately construct various types of section views using cutting plane lines, section line, etc. 7. Develop a vocabulary of words commonly associated with the drafting field 8. Produce a completed detail and working drawings, and related construction documentation using established standards
	CADD-150 Intro to Analysis CAM & Sim. Tools Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 130 . Note: Student must provide a Flashdrive or Portable Storage Device. This course introduces students to advanced CADD tools used to analyze and simulate design processes for testing and interrogating the design intent. This course introduces students to current design software such as Simulation software Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software. All of the tools are used to evaluate the design of products tools and processes. This class will be delivered in a CADD based format. Course Outcomes 1. Compare alternative designs easily and quickly so you can choose the optimal design for final production 2. Study interaction between different assembly components 3. Simulate real-world operating conditions to see how your model handles stress, strain and displacement 4. Size motors/actuators, determine power consumption using simulation tools 5. Test products for defects before they’re built, preventing errors early in the design process 6. Create and analyze cutter paths and basic codes using CAM tools
	CADD-160 Fundamentals of Design Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 120 This course is a lecture/laboratory course that is focused on creating design solutions in a concurrent environment. Concepts relating to the relationship between design and manufacturing processes will be emphasized. The course will require the critique of details and assemblies related to production parts and their associated tools. The course is delivered in a CADD environment and will also utilize freehand sketching and short written assignments to solve design related problems. Course Outcomes 1. Describe the relationship between product design, tool design, and the manufacturing process 2. Work within the mechanical drawing structure regarding drafting procedures, product detailing and sub-assembly drawing formats 3. Utilize the design process to develop and analyze a number of design scenarios 4. Participate in brainstorming and team problem solving activities 5. Analyze design situations and participate in optimization activities 6. Describe function and purpose of design optimization techniques such as Design for Assembly, Manufacturing, and Serviceability 7. Consider the effect that dimensions and tolerances have on manufacturing considerations and part quality and cost
	CADD-172 Architectural Detailing Applications Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 120 This is an introduction to CADD detailing for the development of architectural detail drawings floor plans and schedules. The emphasis of this course is to develop the architectural detailing skills required for an entry level Architectural technician. After successfully completing this course the student should be prepared to complete tasks such as: create the detail drawings for a remodeling project or a manufacturing plant layout create a site plan and prepare layouts for mechanical and electrical systems related projects. Course Outcomes 1. Create site plans using CAD 2. Create foundation plans using CAD 3. Create a floor plan using CAD 4. Generate automated bills of materials using CAD 5. Export an automated bill of material from a CAD file and email it to a supplier for cost estimate 6. Generate required details from a floor plan 7. Create required section views from a floor plan 8. Create framing plans for a given application 9. Generate mechanical systems drawings for a given application 10. Apply dimensional standards to create a set for drawings with complete dimensions 11. Create required interior elevations from a model for a given application 12. Create require exterior elevations from a model for a given application 13. Prepare a complete set of construction drawings for a given project in a standard format for plotting
	CADD-201 Unigraphics Basic Modeling & Drafting I Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD-120 A class which introduces basic modeling applications with Unigraphics. Major topics to be covered include menu structure introduction to UG windows curve creation and editing fundamentals part file management preferences 2D and 3D model creation sketching solid modeling fundamentals and an introduction to UG drafting. This course will also cover basic parametric modeling techniques. Course Outcomes 1. Identify the hardware and software structure of Unigraphics system including booting procedures, logon and logoff procedures, windows structure, saving files, etc. 2. Establish proper use of directory listings, manage files, list part files and manipulate views 3. Manipulate and position the WCS on part files 4. Create standard geometric entities such as lines, arcs, splines, polygons, fillets, chamfers, etc. 5. Edit lines, arcs, circles, etc. by trimming, extending, deleting, undoing, etc. 6. Translate scale, array, mirror and copy entities 7. Discuss and use basic sketching (parametric) techniques including the creation and constraint of sketch files and the development of expressions to control sketch entities 8. Develop parametric solid models utilizing primitives and other basic features such as holes, pads, bosses, etc. 9. Utilize extrusion techniques to create solids from 2-D curve geometry 10. Utilize analysis commands to obtain basic information concerning position, length, and volume within part drawing files 11. Establish layers for part files, move geometry from one layer to another and rename views 12. Identify and create basic drawings using Unigraphics drafting aids 13. Utilize preferences to change default settings of Unigraphics features
	CADD-202 Catia Basic Modeling and Drafting I Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD-120 A class which introduces basic modeling applications with CATIA. Major topics to be covered include menu structure introduction to CATIA windows curve creation and editing fundamentals part file management preferences 2D and 3D model creation sketching solid modeling fundamentals and an introduction to CATIA drafting. This course will also cover basic parametric modeling techniques. Course Outcomes 1. Identify the hardware and software structure of CATIA system including booting procedures, logon and logoff procedures, windows structure, saving files, etc. 2. Establish proper use of directory listings, manage files, list part files and manipulate views 3. Manipulate and position the work planes on part files 4. Create standard geometric entities such as lines, arcs, splines, polygons, fillets, chamfers, etc. 5. Edit lines, arcs, circles, etc. by trimming, extending, deleting, undoing, etc. 6. Translate scale, array, mirror and copy entities 7. Discuss and use basic sketching (parametric) techniques including the creation and constraint of sketch files and the development of expressions to control sketch entities 8. Develop parametric solid models utilizing primitives and other basic features such as holes, pads, bosses, etc. 9. Utilize extrusion techniques to create solids from 2-D curve geometry 10. Utilize analysis commands to obtain basic information concerning position, length, and volume within part drawing files 11. Establish layers for part files, move geometry from one layer to another and rename views 12. Identify and create basic drawings using CATIA drafting aids 13. Utilize preferences to change default settings of CATIA features 14. Utilize Assembly modeling applications
	CADD-203 Advanced Dimensioning & Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 ; Minimum 2.0 in CADD 130 Pre- or Co-requisite: CADD 140 . An introduction to Advanced Dimensioning using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) as it relates to the current ASME specification. The course will cover traditional tolerancing and dimensioning formats as well as all relevant components of geometric tolerancing as it relates to design implementation and production of mass-produced products. Additionally emphasis will be placed on the design of functional gages and inspection procedures that will verify the production parts conform to the specifications. Course Outcomes 1. Develop a working knowledge of GD&T terminology 2. Identify and apply various geometric tolerances 3. Identify and apply various GD&T tolerance modifiers 4. Define geometric tolerances as given in feature control frames 5. Create geometric tolerances that will insure part functionality for a given design scenario 6. Conceptualize verification procedures given a geometric tolerance 7. Conceptualize functional gauging for given geometric tolerances
	CADD-204 CADD Product Design Applications Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 160 A lecture/laboratory course which explores design concepts associated with the development of production parts. Concepts relating to design material selection manufacturing processes and cost will be emphasized. The course will address practical job-related situations using methods currently in use by industry in the development of new products. Assignments will include design analysis design reviews and practical application problems completed in a CADD environment. The course will build on those topics addressed in CADD-160 and is project based. Course Outcomes 1. Describe the relationship between product design, tool design, and the manufacturing process 2. Work within the product drawing structure regarding drafting procedures, product detailing and sub-assembly drawing formats 3. Utilize the design process to develop and analyze a number of design scenarios 4. Participate in brainstorming and team problem solving activities 5. Analyze design situations and participate in optimization activities 6. Describe function and purpose of design optimization techniques such as Design for Assembly, Manufacturing, and Serviceability 7. Participate in a multi-faceted design analysis and review process 8. Consider the effect that dimensions and tolerances have on manufacturing considerations and part quality and cost 9. Analyze operating environments and/or regulations and make decisions relating to material selection, manufacturing processes and part design 10. Generate CAD models to graphically represent product concepts and ideas
	CADD-205 CADD Tool & Design Applications Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 203 Students will apply tool design principles by completing design and detailing projects. Production tooling concepts are introduced with an emphasis on efficiency location clamping safety ergonomics automation and process capable tooling. This class will be conducted using the latest CADD technology and related peripheral output devices such as rapid prototyping direct to digital manufacturing and 3D visualization tools. This course will also explore the integration of process or fabrication tooling and machine controls. Course Outcomes 1. Interpret a process sheet and identify required operational numbers, process dimensions, locations and clamping points and tolerancing information 2. Develop appropriate locating schemes utilizing given information 3. Develop appropriate clamping scheme that secures the part without distortion 4. Utilize commercially available tooling components to develop location and clamping schemes 5. Identify various standard jigs and fixtures 6. Design jigs and fixtures that produce consistent and acceptable parts 7. Analyze a design and determine its ability to create parts meeting customer expectations 8. Calculate the allowable tolerance that a jig, fixture or gage may consume 9. Design gages to suit product dimensional/production requirements 10. Analyze GB&T requirements and properly design and size a functional pin gage
	CADD-206 Product Data Management Processes Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016); Minimum 2.0 in CADD 201 This course addresses the creation and organization of product data using CADD data management tools. Various methods of creating revising finding viewing and managing product data and product data structures are discussed. In addition an overview of how engineering products and their related processes progress through the product lifecycle is introduced. Course Outcomes 1. Demonstrate application knowledge of the concurrent product development process 2. Create manufacturing process plans and related documentation 3. Manage CAD data in concurrent environment 4. Apply DFA/M tools to increase manufacturing efficiency 5. Demonstrate working knowledge of PLM process and applications 6. Demonstrate the ability to refine and produce digital models and prototypes 7. Demonstrate application level skill in the Design team activities
	CADD-250 CADD Externship Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Earned CADD Certificate The Computer Aided Design Technology externship is designed as a special work assignment for all students in the design program. The purpose of the externship is to assist the student in developing a specialized skill in a chosen specialty and at the time allow them to gain valuable work experience that will lead to full time employment. Course Outcomes 1. Students will complete industrial work in an approved work assignment 2. Students will develop techniques required to participate in a team environment in the building and construction industry 3. Students will demonstrate the ability to function in an entry level position in the building and construction industry 4. Students will demonstrate their ability to apply techniqes developed in the classroom on the job
	CADD-261 Bldg Design Applications Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: CADD-172 This is a lecture and laboratory course which explores the residential and light commercial design process from conceptual design through working drawings. The course will address how a builder or design professional develops a concept into working drawings. The course will address practical design issues found in the residential and light commercial construction industry. The students will develop design proposals for various building construction scenarios. The emphasis will be on the creation of architectural layout and detail drawings using a CADD system and the creation of the related documentation for the building project proposal. Course Outcomes 1. Apply knowledge of construction materials, selecting appropriate materials to solve residential design problems 2. Demonstrate application level knowledge of what a complete set of construction drawings is and how it is used by the various trades in completing residential project 3. Demonstrate application level knowledge of architectural design terminology and its relationship to the construction process 4. Produce CAD working drawings and related details as part of design solutions
Computer Certifications
	COMC-115 A+ Core Hardware Components Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: COMG-153 or COMI-160 This course provides students with practical hands-on experience in installing configuring and upgrading hardware components. Topics include motherboards processors memory printers basic networking as well as troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. This course is intended to assist students who are preparing for the Comp TIA A+ Core Hardware exam which is one of two courses required to become A+ certified. Course Outcomes 1. Identify the names, purpose, and characteristics of system modules 2. Identify basic procedures for adding and removing field-replaceable modules for desktop and portable systems 3. Identify typical IRQs, DMAs, and I/O addresses, and procedures for altering these settings when installing and configuring devices 4. Identify the names, purposes, and performance characteristics of standardized/common peripheral ports, associated cabling, and their connectors 5. Identify proper procedures for installing and configuring common IDE, SCSI, and peripheral devices 6. Identify procedures to optimize PC operations in specific situations 7. Determine the issues that must be considered when upgrading a PC 8. Recognize common problems associated with each module and their symptoms and identify steps to isolate and troubleshoot the problems 9. Identify basic troubleshooting procedures and tools and how to elicit problem symptoms from customers 10. Identify the various types of preventive maintenance measures, safety measures, and environmental protections measures and when/how to use them 11. Distinguish between the popular CPU chips in terms of their basic characteristics 12. Identify the types of RAM (Random Access Memory), form factors, and operational characteristics 13. Identify the most popular types of motherboards, their components, and their architecture (bus structures) 14. Identify the purpose of CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor) memory, what it contains, and how and when to change its parameters 15. Identify printer technologies, interfaces, and options/upgrades 16. Recognize printer problems and techniques used to resolve them 17. Identify the common types of network cables, their characteristics, and connectors 18. Identify basic networking concepts including how a network works 19. Identify common technologies available for establishing Internet connectivity and their characteristics
	COMC-125 A+ Operating System Technologies Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMC-115 This course provides students with practical hands-on experience in installing configuring and upgrading various operating systems. Topics include operating systems fundamentals diagnosing and troubleshooting and networks. This course is intended to assist students who are preparing for the Comp TIA A+ OS Technologies exam which is one of two exams required to become A+ Certified. Course Outcomes 1. Identify the major desktop components and interfaces and their functions 2. Identify the names, locations, purposes, and contents of major system files 3. Demonstrate the ability to use command-line functions and utilities to manage the operating system, including the proper syntax and switches 4. Identify basic concepts and procedures for creating, viewing, and managing disks, directories, and files 5. Identify the major operating system utilities, their purpose, location, and available switches 6. Identify the procedures for installing Windows 9x/Me, Windows NT 4.0 Workstation, Windows 2000 Professional, and Windows XP, and bringing the operating system to a basic operational level 7. Identify steps to perform an operating system upgrade from Windows 9x/Me, Windows NT 4.0 Workstation, Windows 2000 Professional, and Windows XP 8. Identify the basic system boot sequences and boot methods including the steps to create an emergency boot disk with utilities installed for Windows 9x/Me, Windows NT 4.0 Workstation, Windows 2000 Professional, and Windows XP 9. Identify procedures for installing/adding a device, including loading, adding, and configuring device drivers and required software 10. Identify procedures necessary to optimize the operating system and major operating system subsystems 11. Recognize and interpret the meaning of common error codes and startup messages from the boot sequence 12. Recognize when to use common diagnostic utilities and tools 13. Recognize common operational and usability problems and determine how to resolve them 14. Identify the networking capabilities of Windows 15. Identify the basic Internet protocols and terminologies
Computer Info Technology
	COMI-160 Introduction to Computer Info Systems Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) A lecture/lab course providing a survey of data processing and computers in business. Topics include computer hardware, computer arithmetic and codes, input/output devices, networking and Internet, business use of computers, application software, data classifications and structures, programming languages and societal/ethical implications of computers. Course Outcomes 1. Describe the historical foundations and development of computers 2. Describe computer hardware and processing components 3. Describe computer networking and related security issues 4. Describe Internet use, including related privacy and security issues 5. Describe computer systems software and utility programs 6. Describe desktop and mobile applications 7. Describe the system and software development process 8. Describe how computers are used in business and society, including related privacy and security issues 9. Describe how technology affects society
	COMI-169 Supporting End Users Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-150 or COMG-153 or COMG-154 or COMG-164 . An introduction to supporting end users as help desk and desktop support technicians. Topics include help desk concepts technical writing training of end users technical support methods via the web and face-to-face situations basic troubleshooting of computer network and printer errors. Course Outcomes 1. Construct technical documents for end users 2. Create proper written communication for technical support via online methods 3. Write documents for the web 4. Compare and contrast multiple writing styles 5. Examine online technical forums 6. Find answers to technical questions in online knowledge base systems 7. Provide support to end users through predefined knowledge trees 8. Optimize strategies for handling difficult customers and incidents 9. Develop customer-friendly web sites 10. Conduct a user needs analysis 11. Prepare product evaluations 12. Diagnose common computer problems 13. Repair common computer problems 14. Explain repair of common computer problems to end users 15. Determine best training methods for end users 16. Demonstrate a product 17. Provide training to end users 18. Detect computer facilities problems 19. Use facilities management tools
	COMI-261 Database Concepts Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-170 or BUSN-130 This course teaches the concepts of data base design maintenance and use. A current data base processor is used for student projects.
	COMI-263 Structured Query Language (SQL) Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-170 and one of the following: COMS-171 or COMS-175 or COMS 176. Relational databases are the backbone of organizations and this is where their critical data are stored for their information processing needs. Learning SQL gives students the skills they need to create retrieve or update information from any relational database (Oracle IBM DB2 Sybase Ingress and MS SQL Server). In this course students will learn relational database concepts writing basic SQL statements restricting and sorting data displaying data from multiple tables aggregating data using group functions sub queries creating and managing tables creating views and security. Course Outcomes 1. Describe relational and object relational database concepts 2. Retrieve, insert, update and delete data 3. Create and maintain database objects 4. Control transactions 5. Control data/user access 6. Use the Oracle9i single row functions 7. Use the Oracle9i extensions to DML and DDL statements 8. Use all the resources of SQL to write solid scripts 9. Analyze the behavior of SQL scripts that are written by others, identify problems, and suggest appropriate correction
	COMI-264 Systems Analysis and Design Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016); COMI-160 and COMS-170, and either COMG-153 or COMG-154 Pre- or Co-requisite: COMS-276 or COMS 280 . This course is designed to give a basic knowledge of how computer information systems are developed and implemented. Topics include the systems development cycle and the various tools and techniques used by a systems analyst. A capstone is requires using advanced knowledge of a programming language. Course Outcomes 1. Explain how to analyze a computer information system 2. Prepare a system plan 3. Develop a requirements model 4. Model processes and data 5. Model objects for an information system 6. Determine a development strategy 7. Design a computer information system 8. Design data for an information system 9. Explain the architecture of a computer information system 10. Implement a computer information system
	COMI-268 Externship I Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Division signature required. Prerequisite: 12 credit hours in COMG COMS COMI or COMN. Recommendation of 2 IT instructors required and must have officially declared a program within the Information Technology program. This course includes specific work experiences tailored to the needs of each student and the employer. Arrangements are made by the program coordinator.
	COMI-269 Externship II Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMI-268 This course involves specific work experiences tailored to the needs of each student and the employer. Arrangements are made by the program coordinator.
Computer Networking
	COMN-112 Principles of Computer Networking Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 or COMG-154 or COMG-164 . This course serves as a general introduction for students to acquire the basic principles and concepts in current networking technologies for local area networks (LANs) wide area networks (WANs) and the Internet. Topics covered include an introduction to the hardware software terminology components design connections of a network the topologies and protocols for LANs as well as the basic concepts and approaches involved in maintaining and administering a network. Course Outcomes 1. Identify networking fundamentals 2. Compare different types of networks 3. Explain the basics of a network layout 4. Explain the variations on standard networking topologies 5. Identify general cabling characteristics of physical media 6. Describe the primary cable types used in networking 7. Identify a network interface card’s function 8. List important factors for selecting network adapters 9. Explain OSI reference model layers and their relationship to hardware and software 10. Explain in IEEE 802 networking model and related standards 11. Explain the function of protocols in a network 12. Describe common protocol suites 13. Compare and contrast media access methods used in network architectures 14. Describe the operation of Ethernet 15. Describe networking software components 16. Explain network application installation and configuration concepts 17. Explain the differences between centralized and client/server computing 18. Develop a network security policy 19. Identify small business network equipment requirements 20. Identify small business application requirements 21. Manage network accounts 22. Monitor network performance 23. Identify some terminology used in implementing WANs 24. Describe the benefits of network management and planning 25. Describe some measures to take in common troubleshooting situations
	COMN-114 Fundamentals of Network Cabling Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre- or Co-requisite: COMN-112 This course focuses on the physical aspects of data network cabling and installation. Topics covered include cabling issues related to data connections types of media and cabling physical and logical networks as well as providing an understanding of the industry and its worldwide standards. In this hands-on lab-oriented course students will develop skills in installing cable using the proper cable installation techniques cable management patch panel installation and cable testing. Course Outcomes 1. Identify the need for certification and registration in telecommunications 2. Describe networking specifications and communications 3. Determine which type of network cable to use 4. Differentiate between “grounding and bonding systems” and “grounding and bonding equipment” 5. Identify the three types of telecommunications circuit protectors 6. Compare cable types and characteristics 7. Create an effective network design 8. Discuss proper cable installation procedures 9. Identify good cable management practices and understand their importance 10. Understand backbone distribution systems 11. Discuss design guidelines and work areas in horizontal distribution systems 12. Splice wire and cable 13. Terminate cable 14. Identify the elements of a comprehensive fire protection system 15. Select the appropriate fire stopping system for application 16. Perform tests on copper and fiber media 17. Identify and use testing and troubleshooting tools
	COMN-128 Introduction to Wireless Networking Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMN-112 This course provides an overview of the wireless networking industry. Topics covered include the transmission methods and IEEE 802.11 standards of wireless communications as well as wireless security vulnerabilities and solutions. Students will develop the skills needed to plan install configure and secure a wireless network as well as addressing wireless device problems and troubleshooting wireless networks. Course Outcomes 1. Describe how wireless technology is used in daily activities 2. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of wireless technology 3. List WLAN devices and describe their basic functions 4. Describe the different IWWW WLAN standards 5. Explain the principles of radio wave transmissions 6. Describe the different types of antennas 7. List the characteristics of the Physical layer standards in 801.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a networks 8. Explain the MAC procedures for joining, transmitting and remaining connected to a WLAN 9. Explain the steps for planning and designing a wireless LAN 10. Describe the steps in deploying a wireless network 11. Explain what a site survey is and the tools that are used in a site survey 12. Describe how to perform a site survey 13. Define information security 14. Describe the types of wireless attacks that can be launched against wireless network 15. List the workless security solutions 16. List the components that male up the enterprise security model 17. Describe the tools that are used to monitor WLAN 18. Explain the procedures for maintaining a wireless network 19. Describe the types of wireless device problems and explain how to solve them 20. List the technologies of a wireless metropolitan network 21. Describe the features of a wireless area network
	COMN-130 Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Network Clients Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMN-112 This course provides students with the knowledge required to install configure support and troubleshoot the Microsoft Windows operating system in both stand-alone and network environments. This course includes descriptions of maintenance and troubleshooting tools communications and networking protocols and hardware support and describes interoperability with Microsoft Windows networks and with Novel Netware. Partial preparation for associate industry certification examinations (Microsoft MCP and MCSE).
	COMN-132 Suppt Microsoft Wnds Ntwrk Core Techn Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMN-130 Provides students with the core foundation for supporting Microsoft Windows network servers and the skills necessary to install configure customize optimize network integrate and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows network operating systems. Partial preparation for continued advancement in Microsoft Windows networking studies and associate industry certification examinations (Microsoft MCP and MCSE).
	COMN-152 Routing Protocol/Networking Fundamentals Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisites: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisites: COMN-112 , COMN-114 Introduces the architecture structure functions components and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Uses the OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application network data link and physical layers. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts media and operations are introduced to provide a foundation.
	COMN-181 Digital & Physical Security of Data Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-161 and COMI-160 and COMN-112 . Introduces students to computer network security. Communications network security planning infrastructure operational and organizational security and cryotography will be covered. This course will also help to prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ exam. Course Outcomes 1. Define information security and careers 2. Develop attacker profiles 3. Identify different types of network attacks 4. Describe different types of malicious code (mal-ware) 5. Use effective authentication methods 6. Manage access to computer systems 7. Audit information security schemes 8. Apply operating system updates 9. Secure file systems 10. Apply firmware updates 11. Explain how to secure removable media 12. Describe how to protect e-mail systems 13. Secure web/remote communications 14. Protect directory services 15. Secure wireless local area networks 16. Secure data by using encryption 17. Explain cryptography strengths and vulnerabilities 18. Describe public key infrastructure 19. Manage digital certificates 20. Control access with biometrics 21. Secure the physical environment 22. Design a security policy 23. Explain how to maintain security through privilege management 24. Respond to a computer forensic incident
	COMN-228 Management of Information Security Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMN-181 This is an advanced level computer security course emphasizing the managerial aspects to computer security. Topics covered include contingency planning information security policy the identification and assessment of risk laws and ethics of information security and how to maintain information security during the development process. Course Outcomes 1. Outline the NSTISSC security model 2. Identify the principles of information security management 3. Create a strategic plan 4. Explain the components of contingency planning 5. Create a disaster recovery plan 6. Develop an information security policy 7. Explain how to implement information security within an organization 8. Identify security roles and titles that should be located within an organization 9. Implement security education, training, and awareness programs within an organization 10. Identify security management models 11. Identify risks within an organization 12. Identify possible controls to handle risks 13. Develop a feasibility study and cost benefit analysis for information security 14. Identify intrusion detection system 15. Explain cryptographic controls 16. Outline the responsibilities for information security personnel 17. Explain the ethical concepts within information security 18. Explain how to incorporate project management within information security 19. Describe the different project management tools
	COMN-271 Computer Forensics Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: COMC-125 Pre- or Co-requisite: COMN-181 This advanced course deals with the preservation identification extraction documentation and interpretation of computer data. Topics covered include evidence handling chain of custody collection preservation identification and recovery of computer data using forensic recovery software and methods. Students learn the theory of computer forensics as well as complete hands-on activities to produce a legitimate computer forensics case analysis. Course Outcomes 1. Explain the difference between computer forensics and other related disciplines 2. Examine a computer crime and policy violation 3. Conduct a computer investigation 4. Explain computer forensic lab certification requirements 5. Develop a plan for a computer forensic lab 6. Explain the different computer forensic software and hardware ends 7. Determine how a search can be conducted 8. Describe how to review a case 9. Explain how to identify digital evidence 10. Determine how to secure digital evidence at an incident scene 11. Explain how to store digital evidence 12. Explain the boot tasks among different versions of Microsoft operating systems 13. Explain the boot tasks within a Macintosh, Unix, and Linus systems 14. Develop a data recovery plan 15. Describe how to acquire data from various hardware devices 16. Describe how to conduct a computer forensic analysis 17. Identify the differences between image file types 18. Locate and recover image files 19. Outline copyright issues with graphics 20. Outline approach to network forensics 21. Use network forensic tools 22. Investigate e-mail crimes and investigations 23. Outline the guidelines for writing various reports
	COMN-282 Computer Networking Capstone Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) and COMN-271 . Pre- or Co-requisite: COMN-132 and COMN-228 . This course serves as the capstone course for all computer networking students and will integrate all of the networking skills acquired throughout the computer networking degree program. In this course students will design develop and implement a network in a simulated or real-world environment. Course Outcomes 1. Identify the size of the network 2. Identify the hardware and software components that will be used on the network 3. Determine the organization of storage devices on the network 4. Determine the file systems to be used on the network 5. Set up and configure serves on the network 7. Set up network printers on the network 8. Install network applications on the network 9. Configure network services on the network 10. Develop a backup plan for the network 11. Implement a disaster recovery plan for the network 12. Document network specifications for reference 13. Identify and resolve any hardware related problems on the network 14. Identify and resolve ay software related problems on the network
Computer Science
	COMS-130 Introduction to Linux Administration Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This class will concentrate on the installation and configuration of the Linux operating system. Students will gain experience by setting up their own individual Linux servers/workstation. The course will teach the student to use the shell to configure a wide arrangement of services. In addition students will examine the popular X- windows interface and look at the possibility of a Linux desktop replacing an MS Windows counterpart. It will also cover the principles that have allowed Linux to become a leading edge server software. Students will begin to cover material which is essential to completing Sair- Linux3XO-101 test.
	COMS-170 Introduction to Programming Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MATH-082 or Placement into MATH-120 on the MCC Placement test. An introduction to computer programming using a common programming language. Developing program logic as well as the programming development process will be stressed. Course Outcomes 1. Apply fundamental programming concepts 2. Create, debug and test programs that accomplish the following tasks: a) display messages on the monitor b) execute simple mathematical calculations c) demonstrate the decision making abilities of Python d) execute various looping techniques e) use both programmer supplied and system supplied functions f) demonstrate and use arrays
	COMS-171 Introduction to C++ Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-170 . Note: Some previous programming experience strongly recommended. This course provides an introduction to programming techniques using the language C++. Course Outcomes 1. Describe the historical development of C++ language 2. Describe typical uses for C++ in today’s programming environment 3. Identify the various parts of the Developer studio and describe their uses 4. Create and execute a simple program in C++ 5. Describe and use the following: data types; basic I/O operations; calculating; variable types and casting; decisions and loops, arrays; pointers and references; structure and functions; data types and classes; class inheritance
	COMS-175 Introduction to Java Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-170 This course provides an introduction to the computer programming language Java. Special attention will be paid to object oriented programming techniques. Course Outcomes 1. Describe the historical development of Java language 2. Describe typical uses for Java in today’s programming environment 3. Create and execute programs in Java 4. Describe and use the following: data types; basic I/O operations; calculating; variable types and casting; decisions and loops, arrays; pointers and references; structure and functions; data types and classes; class inheritance
	COMS-176 Introduction to .NET programming Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016) and COMS 170 This course provides an introduction to the .NET programming environment using a .NET language. Topics include syntax, input/output layout, testing, debugging, documentation, problem definition, loops, and decisions. Object oriented programming techniques are emphasized in this course. Course Outcomes 1. Introduction to .Net programming 2. Using variables and calculations to process data 3. Making decisions within an application 4. Programming loops in an application 5. Modularize code with methods 6. Working with arrays 7. Data processing within structures 8. Using classes 9. Working with databases
	COMS-270 Advanced Java Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: COMS-175 . Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) is required. This is the second in a two-course sequence to introduce the student to leading-edge Java technologies. This course covers Javabeans AWT Swing JDBC and other APIs. Students will also learn how to develop Java database applications using JDeveloper for rapid application development. Course Outcomes 1. Practice and apply skills needed to develop Object-Oriented (OO) systems, employing a use-case-based approach 2. Understand OO principals such as classes, objects and relationships 3. Use Unified Modeling Language (UML) for OO analysis and design 4. Write stand-alone applications with Java programming language 5. Develop and deploy Java applets 6. Build, generate and test application components using Oracle JDeveloper 7. Build Java applications that access relational databases 8. Analyze the behavior of programs that are written by others, identify problem with these program, and suggest appropriate correction
	COMS-276 Advanced .NET Programming Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016) and COMS 176 An advanced software development course covering syntax, input/output layout, testing, debugging, documentation, and user interface design using .NET framework. Heavy emphasis is placed on database driven applications. Course Outcomes 1. Examine advanced .NET code to create and manage structured applications 2. Create applications to manipulate static data, functions, polymorphism and inheritance 3. Design an efficient user experience within an application 4. Implement database interactive applications 5. Construct advanced programs using built-in .NET classes 6. Build applications that communicate via a network 7. Create web forms
	COMS-280 Adv Programming in C++ Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-171 This is a capstone programming course in which students will use C++ to develop programs of increasing size and difficulty. The course will assume that students understand programming concepts such as modularization program flow and looping functions and arrays. This course will continue with advanced data handling dynamic data structures and specific components of object- oriented programming including classes. In addition students will work together on team projects simulating the work environment.
Computer Occupations Technology
	COMO-130 Microsoft Access Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). This course focuses on database concepts basic design functions task and date manipulation in the Microsoft Access software application. Course Outcomes 1. Launch application 2. Navigate around worksheet 3. Create and save database 4. Import and export data 5. Post queries 6. Sort records 7. Design database structures 8. Modify tables 9. Establish table relationship 10. Create forms 11. Use special highlights on forms and reports 12. Use pictures, graphs, and other objects 13. Generate report 14. Print
	COMO-180 Microsoft Excel Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). This course focuses on electronic spreadsheet design and operations for balance sheets and expense reports; graphic enhancement data management and integrated software applications. Course Outcomes 1. Describe features of worksheet 2. Create spreadsheet 3. Perform basic math operations 4. Insert formulas 5. Perform basic balance sheet tasks 6. Sort records 7. Filter data 8. Graph spreadsheet data 9. Integrate suite applications
	COMO-190 Microsoft Word Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0. OISY-101 This course provides hands-on practice in the Microsoft Word program. Includes basic and advanced document formatting and editing. Projects will be completed to apply skills that are learned in class. Course Outcomes 1. Start Microsoft Word, create, save, print; format letters, reports, and tables; use print preview 2. Edit documents using insert/delete, copy/move, tab settings, line spacing, indenting, spell/thesaurus, find and replace, headers/footers, paginating; change fonts 3. Edit tables by changing column width and/or row height, changing location of a table, adding borders and shading, and performing math calculations in tables 4. Merge documents 5. Create graphics 6. Maintain and organize files on diskettes 7. Research and complete projects
Computers, General
	COMG-099 Computer Fundamentals Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Students must provide a secondary storage device. This course is intended for those who are new to computers. Using a demonstration and practice model students will learn the fundamental procedures for operating a personal computer. They will also learn terms associated with computer use. Course Outcomes 1. Name and identify the main parts of a computer system and the terms related to computer use 2. Use the keyboard and mouse (with discussion of touch screen) to navigate through computer windows effectively 3. Use WordPad, Paint and Calculator 4. Briefly use a spreadsheet and presentation graphics program 4. Navigate through pages of a web site to locate information 5. Send and receive an e-mail using the college e-mail system 6. Use Blackboard
	COMG-150 Introduction to Computer Technology Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This course will review computers and their use. Students will learn the names and functions of the parts of a computer. They will become familiar with the general categories of computer software. In the hands-on component of the course students will become comfortable with basic computer processes and procedures. They will be introduced to several software programs and will use e-mail and the Internet. Course Outcomes 1. Boot, use and shut down a computer without fear of damaging it 2. Name and explain the function of each basic component of computer hardware 3. Describe realistic and practical uses of computers 4. Name the basic categories of software and give an example of when each would be used 5. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of stand-alone vs. networked computers 6. Produce a new file, use (open) an existing file, and save a file 7. Use a drawing program to produce a simple graphic 8. Use an email program to send and receive emails messages 9. Use a browser to make a simple search of the Internet 10. Use a word processing program to produce a simple text document 11. Use a spreadsheet to produce a simple numerical document 12. Use the copy/paste function to more information between documents
	COMG-153 Computers-A Practical Approach Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) and Basic knowledge of keyboard. This is a lecture/lab course to provide knowledge of the basic aspects of computers with emphasis on the growing impact of computers on society. Computer lab work will include the use of integrated software systems.
	COMG-154 Intermediate Practical Computer Skills Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMG-153 A second semester of computer skills emphasizing practical business applications. Students will use software in all of the basic productivity categories to produce documents and accomplish tasks that are important in the workplace. Course Outcomes 1. Use additional word processing software to calculate more advanced data 2. Use advanced features of presentation graphics software 3. Use advanced features of database software 4. Achieve additional expertise in the use of the Internet and e-mail 5. Create digital effects using drawing software, scanning, digital camera, etc. 6. Familiarize oneself with computer concepts and vocabulary 7. Describe new computer equipment and peripherals
	COMG-161 Introduction to Computer Security Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) is required. Prerequisite: COMG-150 or COMG-153 or COMG-154 or COMG-162 . Students will study the basic theory behind computer security and complete several hands-on practical exercises in methods for securing personal computers. This class will discuss security awareness and will walk users through every aspect of Information Security in a very broad easily understood way and explain the value of securing data. This course is suitable for both computer and non-computer majors.
	COMG-162 GUI Operating Systems Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This course provides an overview of GUI (Graphical User Interface) operating systems used with personal computing systems. Topics will be covered in detail from both a practical and theoretical standpoint. Concepts such as multitasking user profiles disk organization and maintenance etc. will be covered. Course Outcomes 1. Explain the purpose and function of the operating system 2. Explain the purpose and function of the desktop 3. Explain the purpose and function of multitasking and multithreading 4. Explain the purpose and function of scroll bars and scroll boxes 5. Describe the purpose and function of the controls in a dialog box 6. Describe the purpose of the hierarchical structure of disks and the root directory’s role in this structure 7. Describe the various ways to view and browse files and folders 8. Explain the purpose and function of Notepad and WordPad 9. Explain the difference between FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file systems 10. Explain file naming conventions 11. Describe the hierarchical structure of secondary storage 12. Explain the purpose and function of Task Manager 13. Explain the purpose and function of a device driver 14. Explain how to upgrade an existing device driver 15. Explain the purpose and function of Control Panel 16. Explain the purpose and function of user accounts and passwords 17. Explain what lost clusters and cross-linked files are 18. Explain the purpose and function of the Registry 19. Explain the purpose and function of the paging file
	COMG-164 Introduction to Productivity Software Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This course provides hands-on training in a general overview of the applications of productivity software.
	COMG-165 Using the Internet Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This course provides an introduction to the Internet including access at MCC and/or from other locations E-mail use information about Internet resources and services necessary equipment requirements language ethical legal security and social issues discussion. Students may use the MCC computer labs which have Internet access or personal computers at office or home which have access.
	COMG-168A Personal Computers - an Overview Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMI-160 or COMG-153 A course module intended to give beginning computer users a theoretical background on the internal workings of a PC. This will address how hardware and software function both independently and collaboratively. Course Outcomes 1. Acquire knowledge on the functionality of hardware components within a microcomputer 2. Understand how software is use to manage hardware resources 3. Comprehend the functionality of the system board and the connected components
	COMG-168B PCs System Board Power & Memory Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMI-160 or COMG-153 This module is designed to provide beginning computer users with a practical hands-on experience with the internal components of a PC. This will address the system board power supplies and computer memory. Course Outcomes 1. Acquire knowledge on the functionality of hardware components (System board, power supply and memory chips) within a microcomputer 2. Comprehend the functionality of the system board and the connected components 3. Acquire knowledge of computer memory 4. Acquire knowledge on the function of a power supply
	COMG-168C Pcs Hard Drives and Floppy Drives Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMI-160 or COMG-153 This modules is designed to give beginners hands- on practice working with computer hard drives and floppy drives. Students will install drives learn about the different types of hard drives and simulate and correct common drive problems. Course Outcomes 1. Acquire knowledge on the functionality of hardware components (hard drives and floppy drives) within a microcomputer 2. Relate the purpose and use of floppy drives and hard drives 3. Demonstrate the ability to install a hard drive 4. Diagnose computer drive problems
	COMG-168D PCs I/O Multimedia and Troubleshooting Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMI-160 or COMG-153 This module is designed to give beginners hands-on experience with installing various I/O and multimedia devices into a computer. Students will learn about the different kinds of I/O and multimedia devices and practice computer troubleshooting techniques. Course Outcomes 1. Acquire knowledge on the functionality of hardware components (drives, cabling, memory chips, network cards and video cards) within a microcomputer 2. Install and support I/O devices 3. Understand and apply multimedia technology 4. Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot various computer problems
	COMG-168E PCs Bldg a PC Printers & Viruses Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite:COMI-160 or COMG-153 This module is designed to give beginners hands-on practice assembling a computer learning about printer types and understanding computer viruses. Students will need to demonstrate the ability to successfully install all internal components into a computer and demonstrate that it works upon completion. Course Outcomes 1. Acquire knowledge on the functionality of hardware components (printers, drives, cabling, memory, adapters) within a microcomputer 2. Demonstrate the ability to assemble a computer system 3. Lean how printers work and how to install a printer 4. Acquire knowledge on computer anti-virus software and the different type of computer viruses
	COMG-168F PCs Windows/Modems/Internet Credits 0.5 / 0.5 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite:COMI-160 or COMG-153 This module is designed to give beginners hands-on practice installing a computer operating system and establish computer communication. Students will install a Windows operating system and configure a computer to access the Internet. Course Outcomes 1. Acquire knowledge on the functionality of hardware components (modems and network card) within a microcomputer 2. Understand how Windows operating system manages hardware resources 3. Explain how computers communicate with each other via modem technology 4. Learn the characteristics of different Windows operating systems 5. Demonstrate the ability to configure a computer to access the Internet and learn about various communication protocols
Corrections
	CORR-101 Introduction to Corrections Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) This course addresses the historical and philosophical development of corrections to include definition of the correctional process through the criminal justice system the legal process and the role of the correctional officer. Course Outcomes 1. Trace the historical and philosophical development of corrections 2. Define the legal processes involved in crime and the elements of the Criminal Justice system that apply 3. Understand the correctional processes that follow 4. Understand prisoners’ rights within and outside the prison program 5. Understand community based corrections programs 6. Understand the job and responsibilities of correction officers 7. Understand the various types of offenders and their offenses 8. Be apprised of major improvements needed in the current corrections system
	CORR-102 Client Relations to Corrections Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) The identification and analysis of various appropriate professional responses to correctional offender behavior meaning and function of culture the impact of discrimination and the process of attitude formation as it relates to the system of corrections. Course Outcomes 1. Define the meanings and functions of inmate culture 2. Identify social implication of discrimination 3. Differentiate between group and peer perceptions and how it relates to offenders 4. Identify various Criminal Justice correctional professional responses to human behavior include proper us of authority and identifying and reducing conflict

Page: 1 \| 2 \| 3 \| 4 \| 5 \| 6 \| 7 \| 8 \| 9 \| 10

Course Descriptions

Credits and Course Numbering

CHEM-237 Organic Chemistry I

CHEM-237L Organic Chemistry I Lab

CHEM-237R Organic Chemistry I Recitation

CHEM-238 Organic Chemistry II

CHEM-238L Organic Chemistry II Lab

CHEM-238R Organic Chemistry II Recitation

CHI.-111 Chinese

CHI.-112 Chinese 112

COMM-131 Fundamentals of Public Speaking

COMM-140 Principles of Interpersonal Communication

COMM-200 Survey of Human Communication Studies

COMM-210 Persuasion

COMM-220 Intercultural Communication

COMM-231 Discussion Principles

COMM-233 Oral Interpretation

COMT-110 Introduction to Digital Technology

COMT-110A Digital Technology Overview

COMT-110B Print Based Publications

COMT-110C Photo Solutions/Digital Realm

COMT-110D Graphic Sols/Digital Realm

COMT-110E Create Video/Audio Digital Solutions

COMT-110F Basic Design for On-Line Applications

COMT-120 Digital Media Production I

COMT-120A Photo/Graphic Manipulation - Photoshop

COMT-120B Webpage Development: Adobe Dreamweaver

COMT-120C Publication Development: Adobe Indesign

COMT-121A Adobe Photoshop-CS

COMT-121B Adobe Photoshop Elements

COMT-122A Dreamweaver-CS

COMT-123A Adobe Pagemaker

COMT-123B Adobe In-Design-CS

COMT-220 Digital Media Production II

COMT-220A Digital Video Editing: Software Based

COMT-220B Digital Video Editing: Hardware Based

COMT-220C Digital Audio Editing

COMT-220D Digital Resume: Web/CD Production

COMT-260 Educational Technology

COMT-270 Field Experience

CADD-100 Mechanical Blueprint Reading w/CADD

CADD-110 Architectural Blueprint Reading w/CADD

CADD-120 2D CADD Applications

CADD-130 Parametric Modeling Fundamentals

CADD-140 Mechanical Detailing Applications

CADD-150 Intro to Analysis CAM & Sim. Tools

CADD-160 Fundamentals of Design

CADD-172 Architectural Detailing Applications

CADD-201 Unigraphics Basic Modeling & Drafting I

CADD-202 Catia Basic Modeling and Drafting I

CADD-203 Advanced Dimensioning & Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

CADD-204 CADD Product Design Applications

CADD-205 CADD Tool & Design Applications

CADD-206 Product Data Management Processes

CADD-250 CADD Externship

CADD-261 Bldg Design Applications

COMC-115 A+ Core Hardware Components

COMC-125 A+ Operating System Technologies

COMI-160 Introduction to Computer Info Systems

COMI-169 Supporting End Users

COMI-261 Database Concepts

COMI-263 Structured Query Language (SQL)

COMI-264 Systems Analysis and Design

COMI-268 Externship I

COMI-269 Externship II

COMN-112 Principles of Computer Networking

COMN-114 Fundamentals of Network Cabling

COMN-128 Introduction to Wireless Networking

COMN-130 Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Network Clients

COMN-132 Suppt Microsoft Wnds Ntwrk Core Techn

COMN-152 Routing Protocol/Networking Fundamentals

COMN-181 Digital & Physical Security of Data

COMN-228 Management of Information Security

COMN-271 Computer Forensics

COMN-282 Computer Networking Capstone

COMS-130 Introduction to Linux Administration

COMS-170 Introduction to Programming

COMS-171 Introduction to C++

COMS-175 Introduction to Java

COMS-176 Introduction to .NET programming