May 14, 2024  
2015-2016 Archived Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Archived Catalog

Course Descriptions


 

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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

Computer Science

  
  • COMS-130 Intro 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 Intro 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.
  
  • 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++.
  
  • COMS-172 Introduction to Visual Basic

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-170  
    This course provides an introduction to the computer language Visual Basic. Special attention will be paid to object oriented programming techniques.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • COMS-272 Advanced Visual Basic

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: COMS-172  
    This course is designed to introduce the advanced features of the Visual Basic programming language. Topics include concepts object oriented programming in a Visual Basic environment and data access.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • COMO-190 Microsoft Word

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite:  Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030), or completion of RDNG-016, ACLT-075 or ACLT-076; 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.

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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • COMG-161 Intro 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.

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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • CORR-103 Legal Issues in Corrections

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course provides an overview of the various procedural laws that have a direct impact upon the management of the convicted offender and the rights of prisoners. The law and the court process Constitutional law and various current legal topics are explored.
  
  • CORR-104 Client Growth and Development

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course examines the differences between normal and criminal behavior the criminal pattern of juvenile and adult offenders; the specific problems of inmates and various criminal justice corrections interventions strategies.
  
  • CORR-105 Correctional Institutions/Facilities

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course addresses the purpose and functions of prisons and various other correctional institutions; treatment and rehabilitative programs; the management and organization of correctional facilities; prisoner rights; and future incarceration system concerns.

Cosmetology

  
  • CSMO-100 Basic Cosmetology Theory I

    Credits 12 / 5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Co-requisite: CSMO-101 . Note: Coordinators signature required for registration.
    This course provides the student with the beginning cosmetology instruction in preparation for the advanced cosmetology courses and lays the foundation for CSMO-101  Basic Cosmetology Lab. In addition the student will be using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 to identify their top five Strengths or Themes which will be used to engage in class activities. Documentation will be collected in a Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-101 Basic Cosmetology Lab

    Credits 0 / 12.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Co-requisite: CSMO-100 . Note: Coordinators signature required for registration.
    This course provides students with the beginning cosmetology skills to prepare them for the advanced cosmetology courses and functions in conjunction with CSMO-100 .
  
  • CSMO-102 Basic Cosmetology Theory II

    Credits 12 / 5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016); CSMO-100  and CSMO-101  or a minimum of 250 hours. Co-requisite: CSMO-103 . Note: Coordinators signature required for registration.
    This course is a continuation of Basic Cosmetology and provides students with the opportunity to learn basic cosmetology procedures in preparation for servicing clients and lays the foundation for CSMO-103 , CSMO-200  and CSMO-201 . In addition the student will be using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 to continue developing their strengths in more detail by participation in additional class activities. Student will continue work on a Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-103 Basic Cosmetology Lab II

    Credits 0 / 12.5 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) is required. Pre-requisite: CSMO-100  and CSMO-101  or a minimum of 250 hours. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this Course Co-requisite: CSMO-102  
    This course provides students with the basic cosmetology skills to work towards a cosmetology license and functions in conjunction with CSMO-102 .
  
  • CSMO-104 Nail Technology Theory I

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Co-requisite: CSMO-105 . Note: Coordinators signature required for registration.
    This course is an introduction to the 400 hour State Specialty License for Nail Technology (Manicuring). It provides beginning instruction into the theory of Nail Technology and lays the foundation for CSMO-105  Nail Technician Lab I. In addition the student will be using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 to identify their top five Strengths or Themes which will be used to engage in class activities. Documentation will be added to a Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-105 Nail Technology Lab I

    Credits 0 / 8 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Co-requisite: CSMO-104 . Note: Coordinators signature required for registration.
    This course provides the student with the opportunity to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to become a licensed Nail Technician in the State of Michigan.
  
  • CSMO-106 Nail Technology Theory II

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: CSMO-104  and CSMO-105  Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-107 .
    This course completes the required theory instruction for the State Specialty License in Nail Technology (Manicuring) and prepares the student for the State Board Theory Exam to become a licensed Nail Technician. In addition the student will be using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 to continue developing their strengths in more detail by participation in additional class activities. Student will complete a Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-107 Nail Technology Lab II

    Credits 0 / 8 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-104  and CSMO-105  Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-106 
    This course provides the student with the opportunity to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to become a licensed Nail Technician in the State of Michigan.
  
  • CSMO-109 Intro to Advanced Cosmetology

    Credits 5 / 10 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: Minimum 350 hours from GASC Technology program. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    This 8-week course is a continuation of the 350 hour basic cosmetology course that allows GASC cosmetology students to accumulate up to 150 hours resulting in the 500 required hours and skills necessary to register for the advanced cosmetology courses. Emphasis will be on proper procedures including hair cutting chemical texture services haircoloring hairstyling facials nail services and sanitation methods.
  
  • CSMO-110 Esthetics Theory I

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Co-requisite: CSMO-111  Note: Coordinators signature required to take this course
    This course is an introduction to the 400 hour State Specialty License for Esthetics (Skin Care Specialist). It provides beginning instruction into the theory of Esthetics and lays the foundation for CSMO-111  Esthetics Lab I. In addition the student will be using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 to identify their top five Strengths or Themes which will be used to engage in class activities. Documentation will be added to a Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-111 Esthetics Lab I

    Credits 0 / 8 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Co-requisite:CSMO-110  Note: Coordinators signature required to register into this course
    This course provides the basic skills necessary to provide professional skin care to the public and completes the first 200 hours of the state required 400 hours.
  
  • CSMO-112 Esthetics Theory II

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite:CSMO-110 , CSMO-111  or 200 hours in a State of Michigan approved Esthetician course. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-113  
    This course completes the required theory instruction for the State Specialty License in Esthetics (Skin Care Specialist) and prepares the student for the State Board Theory Exam to become a licensed Esthetician. In addition the student will be using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 to continue developing their strengths in more detail by participation in additional class activities. Students will complete a Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-113 Esthetics Lab II

    Credits 0 / 8 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-110  and CSMO-111  or 200 hours in a State of Michigan approved Esthetician course. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-112 
    This course completes the required instruction for 400 hours for State licensing and prepares the student for the State Board Practical Exam and employment as an Esthetician.
  
  • CSMO-200 Advanced Cosmetology Theory I

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-100 , CSMO-101 , CSMO-102  and CSMO-103  or completion of 500 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Note: Cosmetology Textbook by Milady and StrengthFinder 2.0 by Tom Roth are required. Co-requisite: CSMO-201  
    This course provides the student with advanced instruction for CSMO-201  when servicing clients in the cosmetology lab and lays the foundation for CSMO-202  and CSMO-203 . In addition the student will continue to complete in-class activities to further develop their strengths using Strengths Finder 2.0 to added to their Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-201 Advanced Cosmetology Lab I

    Credits 0 / 11.5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-100 , CSMO-101 , CSMO-102 , or CSMO-103  or minimum 500 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-Requisite: CSMO-200  
    This course prepares the student with advance cosmetology skills necessary to provide cosmetology services to clients in a professional salon environment.
  
  • CSMO-202 Adv Cosmetology Theory II

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-200  and CSMO-201  or completion of 1000 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Note: Cosmetology Textbook by Milady and StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath are required Co-requisite: CSMO-203  
    This course provides the student with advanced instruction for CSMO-203  when servicing clients in the cosmetology lab and lays the foundation for CSMO-204  and CSMO-205 . In addition the student will continue to complete in-class activities to further develop their strenghts using StrengthsFinder 2.0 to be added to their Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-203 Advanced Cosmetology Lab II

    Credits 0 / 11.5 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-200 , CSMO-201  or 750 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-202 
    This course prepares the student with advanced cosmetology skills necessary to provide cosmetology services to clients in a professional salon environment.
  
  • CSMO-204 Advanced Cosmetology Theory III

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-202 , CSMO-203  or minimum 1000 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Coordinators signature required to register in this course Note: Cosmetology Textbook by Milady and StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath are required Co-requisite: CSMO-205  
    This course provides the student with advanced instruction for CSMO-205  when servicing clients in the cosmetology lab and lays the foundation for CSMO-206  and CSMO-207 . In addition the student will continue to complete in-class activities to further develop their strengths using StrengthsFinder 2.0 to be added to their Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-205 Advanced Cosmetology Lab III

    Credits 0 / 11.5 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-200  and CSMO-201  or completion of 1000 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-204  
    This course provides advance cosmetology skills necessary to pass the State Board exam and emphasizes the transition from the classroom to employment.
  
  • CSMO-206 Advanced Cosmetology Theory IV

    Credits 12 / 6 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-203 , CSMO-204 , CSMO-205  or a minimum 1250 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Cosmetology Textbook by Milady and StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath are required. Co-requisite: CSMO-207 
    This course provides the student with advance instruction for CSMO-207  when servicing clients in the cosmetology lab and prepares the student for the State Board of Cosmetology exam to become licensed in cosmetology. The student will develop job seeking skills in the cosmetology profession. In addition the student will continue to complete in-class activities to conclude their Strengths-based portfolio.
  
  • CSMO-207 Advanced Cosmetology Lab IV

    Credits 0 / 11.5 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CSMO-203 , CSMO-204 , CSMO-205  or completion of 1250 hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-206 
    This course provides advanced cosmetology skills necessary to pass the State Board exam and emphasizes the transition from the classroom to employment.
  
  • CSMO-209 Cosmetology Exam and Refresher Course

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Minimum 1500 cosmetology hours from a state licensed cosmetology school. Note:Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    This course allows the student to prepare for the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam and/or to update cosmetology skills for already Licensed Cosmetologists.
  
  • CSMO-209A Cosmetology Refresher Course

    Credits 3.5 / 3.5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    This course allows the student to prepare for the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam and/or to update cosmetology skills for already Licensed Cosmetologists.
  
  • CSMO-209B Cosmetology Refresher Course

    Credits 3.5 / 3.5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    This course allows the student to prepare for the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam and/or to update cosmetology skills for already Licensed Cosmetologists.
  
  • CSMO-209C Cosmetology Refresher Course

    Credits 3.5 / 3.5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    This course allows the student to prepare for the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam and/or to update cosmetology skills for already Licensed Cosmetologists.
  
  • CSMO-209D Cosmetology Refresher Course

    Credits 3.5 / 3.5 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    This course allows the student to prepare for the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam and/or to update cosmetology skills for already Licensed Cosmetologists.
  
  • CSMO-210 CSMO/Nailtech/Esthetic Inst Theory I

    Credits 6 / 1 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100 . Must meet State of Michigan licensing requirements high school diploma or equivalent current Michigan Cosmetology Nail Technology license minimum three years salon experience. Co-requisite: CSMO-211  
    This course is an introduction to the Michigan Licensed program of Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics Student Instructor. Taken along with CSMO-211  it provides 165 of the required hours and training to pass the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology/ Nail Technology/Esthetics Instructor Licensing Exam. The art and science of teaching promoting student success curriculum development and lesson planning are a few of the subjects taught.
  
  • CSMO-211 Csmo/Nailtech/Esthetic Instr Lab I

    Credits 0 / 10 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100  Prerequisite: Must meet State of Michigan licensing requirements high school diploma or equivalent current Michigan Cosmetology/Nail Technology license minimum three years salon experience. Co-requisite: CSMO-210  
    This course is an introduction to the Michigan Licensed program of Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics Student Instructor. Taken along with CSMO-210  it provides 165 of the required hours and training to pass the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics Instructor Licensing Exam. While under the guidance of licensed Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics instructors the student will gain practical experience in a Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics environment.
  
  • CSMO-212 Csmo/Nailtech/Esthetic Inst Theory II

    Credits 6 / 1 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100  Prerequisite: CSMO-210  and CSMO-211  or a minimum of 165 hours from a Michigan Licensed Cosmetology/Nail Technology Instructors program. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-213 
    A continuation of CSMO-210  this course completes necessary theory requirements to prepare the student to pass the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics Instructor Licensing Exam. Methods of teaching evaluating student performance and State laws and rules are some of the topics covered.
  
  • CSMO-213 Csmo/Nailtech/Esthetics Instr Lab II

    Credits 0 / 10 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076  or ENGL-100  Prerequisite: CSMO-210  and CSMO-211  or a minimum 165 hours from a Michigan Licensed Cosmetology/Nail Technology Instructor program. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course. Co-requisite: CSMO-212  
    A continuation of CSMO-211  this course completes the required hours and instructor training necessary to pass the Michigan State Board of Nail Technology Licensing Exam (300 hours). This course provides the Cosmetology Student Instructor an additional 165 required hours towards the State mandated 500 hours of instruction. While under the guidance of licensed Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics instructors the student will gain practical experience in a Cosmetology/Nail Technology/Esthetics environment.
  
  • CSMO-215 Csmo/Nailtech/Esthetic Inst Lab III

    Credits 6 / 12 Contact Hours
    Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076   or ENGL-100  Prerequisite: CSMO-210 , CSMO-211 , CSMO-212  and CSMO-213  or a minimum of 330 hours from a Michigan Licensed Cosmetology Instructor program. Note: Coordinators signature required to register in this course.
    A continuation of CSMO-213  this course completes required hours and instructor training necessary to pass the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Exam (500 hours). While under the guidance of licensed Cosmetology instructors the student will gain practical experience in a Cosmetology environment.

Counsel/Student Development

  
  • CASD-120 Assertive Communication

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    Designed for those who wish to become more assertive in dealing with other people. A communication-skill approach with emphasis on personal growth. Topics include self-awareness of ones own assertiveness and assertive skills such as confrontation techniques changing self-defeating behavior and contracting for behavior change. Video taping of skills is also included.
  
  • CASD-121 Study and Learning Skills

    Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    Designed to help students develop successful study skills. Includes time management note-taking styles organizing textbook readings memory techniques test-taking strategies and developing a positive attitude toward learning.
  
  • CASD-122 Survival Skills for College

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course assists students in learning skills and behaviors enabling them to build a foundation for success in college.
  
  • CASD-123 Stress Management

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    In this course cognitive behavioral concepts will be applied to the management of stress within a small group interactive setting. Participants will learn strategies to manage their own stress more effectively.

Criminal Justice

  
  • CRJU-151 Introduction to Security Administration

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course covers security and loss prevention including the historical philosophical and legal framework for security operations as well as detailed presentations of specific security processes and programs currently utilized in providing security.
  
  • CRJU-152 Principles of Loss Prevention

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course involves a detailed analysis of the role of security and the security industry in criminal justice. Administrative personnel and physical aspects of the security field are studied. Loss prevention management in proprietary and governmental institutions and security measures that can be established in a total security program are explored.
  
  • CRJU-161 Introduction to Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This is an introduction to the criminal justice system the field of law enforcement and the administration of the justice process. The vocational opportunities and functions of all levels of law enforcement are explored.
  
  • CRJU-162 Administrative Concepts

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course addresses an analysis of functional divisions of modern police departments. The application of principles of administration and organization of law enforcement. Functions and activities of patrol bureaus the problems of management communication budgeting training public relations and recruitment are explored.
  
  • CRJU-163 Patrol Administration Procedures

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course examines the historical development of police patrol (foot motorized mounted water air) and its use. An in-depth examination of patrol function in the total police structure and its role in the prevention and suppression of criminal acts.
  
  • CRJU-165 Hwy Traffic Administration

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course provides an overview of the development of transportation and its impact upon society today. The study of construction of various modes of transportation and particularly the role this has held in the criminal justice system. A close examination of the laws that govern transportation accident causation investigation and prevention.
  
  • CRJU-230 Ethics & Leadership in Criminal Justice

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016, ACCLT-075 or ACLT-076; Placement into Math-021; Minimum grade of 2.0 in CRJU-161
    This course is designed to increase awareness of ethical behavior and critical thinking in the field of criminal justice. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of pitfalls, citizen public perception issues, and fundamentals of working in a stressful environment. Students will analyze actual case studies, situation management, and ethical behavior that challenge law enforcement agencies today.
  
  • CRJU-263 Techniques of Criminal Investigation

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course covers the fundamentals of criminal investigation. It includes techniques of surveillance search at the crime scene developing sources of information and collecting and preserving evidence. Methods of investigation and the operations of detective divisions are also discussed.
  
  • CRJU-264 Court Testimony and Documentation

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    A basic course focusing on the procedures and techniques of testifying in court as an investigator or expert witness. The course explores the written documentation of evidence visual aid preparation and the presentation of physical evidence. Course topics include the rules governing the admissibility of evidence; qualifications of scientific and other experts and legal issues relating to expert witnesses. Lecture discussion and simulated courtroom situations and use of presentation technology.
  
  • CRJU-265 Criminal Law and Procedure

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course covers the elements purposes and functions of criminal law and procedure and the elements necessary to establish crime and criminal intent. Other areas of study include sources of criminal law attempts and conspiracy criminal responsibility defenses to crime laws of arrest search and seizure and miscellaneous laws.
  
  • CRJU-266 Computer Crime and Cyber Law

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course introduces students to the investigation and prosecution of computer-related crime. It explores cyber offenses including identity theft identity fraud cyber terrorism organized crime exploitation of children and other criminal acts. Course topics also include international federal and Michigan cyber crime laws searching and seizing computer related evidence processing evidence report writing forensic terminology and evaluation. Students will learn how to detect computer crimes and conduct cyber crime investigations. Recommended Internet knowledge and basic computer skills.
  
  • CRJU-269 Introduction to the Juvenile Justice System

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course provides an in-depth examination of the juvenile justice system to include offender classification historical procedural laws and the legal processing of juvenile offenders. Delinquency causation prevention and adjudication will be studied to ascertain the philosophy and treatment that could be utilized.
  
  • CRJU-271 Practicum in Criminal Justice

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: CRJU-161  and the permission of the coordinator of the Criminal Justice Program.
    This course includes 150 hours of supervised work experience and observation in a criminal justice agency and bi-monthly seminars that provide the student with the opportunity to gain a practical understanding of the role of the criminal justice processes in a planned program. The Program Coordinator secures the initial placement sites for student interns. The agency has the final right to screen accept reject and/or terminate student participants. Students enrolled in this course are expected to follow the accepted code of ethics of the profession and adhere to policies of the placement agency.

Culinary Arts

  
  • CULA-101 Culinary Knife Skills

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Approved uniform and knife set required.
    Knives are the most important tool in the chefs tool kit and are a critical component of the preparation of fruits and vegetables texture butchering and fabricating meat poultry fish and shellfish. Learning to perform these tasks safely and efficiently is an essential part of a students training. This course will introduce the student to the various tasks that can be accomplished with the correct knife develop the students culinary knife skills as well as their understanding in how knives improve the color flavor texture and overall visual appeal of food.
  
  • CULA-103 Introduction to Ala Carte Dining

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    Students will gain knowledge in serving the customers; how to sell service and market the menu; five needs of every customer: service price quality action and application; the challenges of customer service; problem solving standards and rules for basic table-service; professional appearance; serving food and beverages; technology of service and common menu terms.
  
  • CULA-105 Intro to Professional Cookery

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course is designed to give the student an introduction to the production kitchen and preparation techniques. The student will gain competency in knife skills food safety practices vegetable cutting and techniques; effect of heat on starch common cereal grains and techniques for combining cereal and water; fiber component of vegetables selection and USDA grades and vegetable preparation; meat poultry and seafood and their composition structure and classification; factors affecting tenderness storage and cooking techniques.
  
  • CULA-106 Professional Cookery I

    Credits 6 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) is required. Prerequisite: CULA-101 , CULA-105  and FMG.-102 . Co-requisite: CULA-205 . Approved uniform and knife set required.
    This course reinforces knowledge and skills achieved in Introduction to Professional Cookery and helps the student build confidence in techniques of basic cookery while cooking from menus that exemplify American and regional cooking. Students participate in food preparation and production and attention is given to portion control plate presentation and team work in a production setting.
  
  • CULA-107 A la Carte Dining/Tableservice

    Credits 6 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CULA-103  and FMG.-102  Note: Approved uniform required for this class.
    This course introduces the student to modern food and beverage service. Classroom lectures focus on the basic beverage techniques service language and equipment used in the service of modern buffet service. Sanitation safety personal hygiene and grooming are emphasized. Table arrangements and setups are taught along with organization and responsibilities of staff within the dining room. Advanced techniques are introduced in the second half of the class. Proper dress and service techniques are emphasized.
  
  • CULA-108 Nutrition and Menu Planning

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 .
    This course covers nutrient composition of food; functions of nurtients in the body; recommended amounts of nutrients to promote health throughout the life cycle; digestion metabolism and absorption of nutrients in the healthy individual; selection of food to meet the normal nutrient requirements of the body; planning healthy menus menu mechanics and analysis.
  
  • CULA-109 Catering Techniques

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 .
    This course is designed to give the student an overview of the catering process with emphasis on planning preparing and managing events.
  
  • CULA-111 Garde Manger I

    Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: CULA-101  and FMG.-102 
    This course provides the student with a foundation in Garde Manger including history ingredients procedures culinary terms equipment knife skills and sanitation practice. Emphasis is placed on classical techniques using modern recipes and preparation styles. Three hours scheduled practicum per semester.
  
  • CULA-201 Automated Purchasing and Cost Control

    Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030  (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: FMG.-104 
    This course cover the nature and importance of purchasing to the food and beverage manager fundamentals involved in controlling costs and computer applications connected with buying and handling food and beverage items.
  
  • CULA-203 Buffets and Banquets

    Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016)
    This course is designed to give the student the knowledge and skills needed to plan and execute buffet and banquet services with emphasis on buffet table sizes and skirting arrangement of serving pieces menu planning and arrangement of foods and other items.
  
  • CULA-205 International Cuisine

    Credits 6 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: FMG.-102  and CULA-101 . Co-requisite: CULA-106 . Note: Approved uniform required for this class.
    Students will study food and customs of international cuisines with emphasis on quality food preparation and timing to adequately prepare them for the restaurant industry. Students work in a live environment by rotating through all the traditional brigade stations and explore the foundations of classical cooking based on the principles of Careme Escoffier and Point.
  
  • CULA-207 Garde Manger II

    Credits 6 / 6 Contact Hours
    Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016  (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: FMG.-102  and CULA-101 . Note: Approved uniform required for this class.
    Skills required for the garde manger department are refined. Emphasis is placed on eye appeal texture color contrast artistic touch harmony of combinations taste as well as the processing production and storage of ingredients. Ice carvings tallow salt dough pieces and mirrors for buffets are used and professional competition skills are enhanced. The students sense of speed timing and teamwork are emphasized.
 

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