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Credits: 3
Eligible courses are listed under Transfer Electives. Students should select a second math course as the approved elective if required by their intended transfer university. A Fine Arts/Humanities Elective is recommended as one approved elective in Semester 3 for eligibility to earn the Certificate in General Education at the conclusion of Semester 3. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with an advisor or counselor to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the transfer university.
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Approved Technical Elective.
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Science with Lab Elective
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Accounting |
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ACC 124 - Payroll Accounting
Credits: 3
Presents accounting systems and methods used in computing and recording payroll to include payroll taxes and compliance with federal and state legislation.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I
Credits: 3
Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes. Focuses on the preparation of accounting information and its use in the operation of organizations, as well as methods of analysis and interpretation of accounting information.
Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in MTH 130 or higher.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II
Credits: 3
Introduces accounting principles with respect to cost and managerial accounting. Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance.
Prerequisite: ACC 211 (or ACC 220 for students in plan 221-212-24 - Entrepreneurship, Career Studies Certificate ).
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 215 - Computerized Accounting
Credits: 3
Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting.
Prerequisite: ACC 211 or ACC 220 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 219 - Government and Non-Profit Accounting
Credits: 3
Introduces fund accounting as used by governmental and nonprofit entities. Stresses differences between accounting principles of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
Prerequisite: ACC 212 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 220 - Accounting for Small Business
Credits: 3
Presents practical accounting procedures for small business operations including service occupations, retail stores, and manufacturing operations. Covers the accounting cycle, journals, ledgers, preparation of financial statements and payrolls, and checking account management. Includes regulations applicable to payroll, self-employment, social security and other taxes.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 221 - Intermediate Accounting I
Credits: 4
Covers accounting principles and theory, including a review of the accounting cycle and accounting for current assets, current liabilities and investments. Introduces various accounting approaches and demonstrates the effect of these approaches on the financial statement users. Expands theory and practice of accounting principles in prerequisite courses.
Prerequisite: ACC 212 (prerequisite or co-requisite); or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours.
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ACC 222 - Intermediate Accounting II
Credits: 4
Continues accounting principles and theory with emphasis on accounting for fixed assets, intangibles, corporate capital structure, long-term liabilities, and investments.
Prerequisite: ACC 221 or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours.
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ACC 231 - Cost Accounting I
Credits: 3
Studies cost accounting methods and reporting as applied to job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems. Includes cost control and other topics. Explores the development of cost accounting tools and techniques necessary for effective decision making.
Prerequisite: ACC 212 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 240 - Fraud Examination
Credits: 3
Covers the principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. Provides an introduction to the various ways fraud and occupational abuses occur, methods to identify the risk of exposure to loss from fraud, and appropriate prevention, detection, and investigation approaches.
Prerequisite: ACC 212 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 241 - Auditing I
Credits: 3
Presents techniques of investigating, interpreting, and appraising accounting records and assertions. Studies internal control design and evaluation, evidence-gathering techniques and other topics.
Prerequisite: ACC 212 or equivalent (prerequisite or co-requisite).
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 261 - Principles of Federal Taxation I
Credits: 3
Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and related entities. Includes tax planning, compliance, and reporting.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 262 - Principles of Federal Taxation II
Credits: 3
Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to partnerships, corporations, and other tax entities. Includes tax planning, compliance, and reporting.
Prerequisite: ACC 211 and ACC 261 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 263 - Data Analytics and Statistics in Accounting
Credits: 3
Introduces the field of business analytics in accounting, finance, and business management. Focuses on the way in which enterprises such as corporations, non-profits, and governments can use data to gain insights and make better decisions. Presents the application of selected data mining techniques to support business analytics.
Prerequisite: ACC 212.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACC 290 - Coordinated Internship in Accounting
Credits: 3
Includes supervised practice in selected business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit.
Coordinated Internship is an academic program that enables students to earn college credits for work experience related to their career goals. It allows students to practice the skills they have learned in the classroom in a “real job” setting. A Coordinated Internship provides the opportunity for students to gain practical work experience, make informed career decisions and achieve the advantage in a competitive job market. Internships are not arranged by the college. The student is a volunteer and is not a paid employee of the company. Students can earn from 1 to 5 credit hours depending on the number of hours available.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
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ACC 297 - Cooperative Education in Accounting
Credits: 3
Provides on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial, and service firms. Applies to all occupational-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours per week. May be repeated for credit.
Cooperative Education is an academic program that enables students to earn college credits for work experience related to their career goals. It allows students to practice the skills they have learned in the classroom in a “real job” setting. Cooperative Education provides the opportunity for students to gain practical work experience, make informed career decisions and achieve the advantage in a competitive job market. Employment is not arranged by the college. The student must be a paid employee of the company.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
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ACC 299 - Supervised Study in Accounting
Credits: 3
Provides practical experience in all areas of accounting allowing students to explore different career paths while enhancing spreadsheet skills.
Prerequisite: ACC 215 , ACC 221 , ACC 231 , ACC 261 . Corequisite: ACC 222 and ACC 241 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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Acquisitions |
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ACQ 121 - Introduction to Acquisition and Procurement Fundamentals I
Credits: 3
Introduces technical and fundamental procedures of government acquisition and procurement. Focuses on appropriations and funding, competition requirements, types of specifications, small business and labor surplus areas, pre-solicitation considerations, solicitations, and contractor qualifications.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACQ 122 - Introduction to Acquisition and Procurement Fundamentals II
Credits: 3
Presents technical and fundamental procedures basic to government acquisition and procurement. Focuses on sealed bidding, types of contracts, pricing policies and techniques, contracting by negotiation, contract administration, contractor performance, government contract quality assurance, termination of government contracts, protests, disputes, appeals, and contract close-out.
Prerequisite: ACQ 121 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACQ 215 - Contract Law
Credits: 3
Studies government contract law. Applies basic legal aspects and principles of law associated with contracting and the administration of contracts. Emphasizes the dispute process, including administrative and judicial methods of resolution of contract disputes. Focuses on modifications, award law, government property, defective pricing data, patent and data law, and labor law.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACQ 221 - Advanced Acquisition and Procurement Management I
Credits: 3
Studies advanced areas of acquisition planning, government provided property, sealed bidding, funding, and acquisition of information resources. Emphasizes interactions with service contracts, value engineering, commercial activities, technical requirements, construction requirements, and socio-economic programs.
Prerequisite: ACQ 121 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACQ 231 - Principles of Contract Pricing and Negotiations I
Credits: 3
Covers the environment in which cost and price analysis takes place, sources of data for cost and price analysis, methods for analyzing direct and indirect costs, methods for performing profit analysis, and a selection of current pricing topics.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ACQ 232 - Principles of Contract Pricing and Negotiations II
Credits: 3
Continues the environment in which cost and price analysis takes place. Includes individual and group negotiation activities, which address the fundamentals of the negotiation process, essential techniques, strategies, and tactics.
Prerequisite: ACQ 231 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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Administration of Justice |
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ADJ 100 - Survey of Criminal Justice
Credits: 3
Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components–law enforcement, judiciary, and corrections.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 105 - The Juvenile Justice System
Credits: 3
Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation methods and current trends.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 110 - Introduction to Law Enforcement
Credits: 3
Studies the philosophy and history of law enforcement, presenting an overview of the crime problem and policy response issues. Surveys the jurisdictions and organizations of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Examines the qualification requirements and career opportunities in the law enforcement profession.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 111 - Law Enforcement Organization and Administration I
Credits: 3
Teaches the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Studies the management of line operations, staff and auxiliary services, investigative and juvenile units. Introduces the concept of data processing; examines policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to crime prevention. Surveys concepts of protection of life and property, detection of offenses, and apprehension of offenders.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 140 - Introduction to Corrections
Credits: 3
Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional activities and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 160 - Police Response to Critical Incidents
Credits: 3
Provides a basic introduction to incident command and emerging trends. Addresses bomb threats; hostage/barricade situations; attacks on institutions such as schools and hospitals; criminal hazmat; terrorist, militia/paramilitary, and extended crime scene evidence collection scenarios; and other long term or large scale events.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 169 - Transportation and Border Security
Credits: 3
Discusses substantive issues regarding transportation security within the role of Homeland Security measures implemented by the United States. Introduces the student to and examines global preparedness from a transportation perspective. Considers the interrelationship among natural disasters, and sustainable infrastructure. Describes intermodal and integrated transportation and physical models of movement and discusses mobility as a cultural lifeline.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 171 - Forensic Science I
Credits: 3
Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching, diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/identification and latent techniques, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, death investigation techniques, thin-layer chromatographic methods, and arson materials examination. Part I of II.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 172 - Forensic Science II
Credits: 3
Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching, diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/identification and latent techniques, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, death investigation techniques, thin-layer chromatographic methods, and arson materials examination. Part II of II.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 173 - Forensic Photography I
Credits: 3
Surveys fundamental photographic skills–exposure, composition, film, filters, darkroom materials and procedures. Emphasizes use of photography for law enforcement purposes and for courtroom presentation. Considers current status and trends in photographic law. Part I of II.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 201 - Criminology
Credits: 3
Studies current and historical data pertaining to criminal and other deviant behavior. Examines theories that explain crime and criminal behavior in human society.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 211 - Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures I
Credits: 3
Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American court systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 229 - Community Policing in Modern Society
Credits: 3
Examines the process through which community problems are identified and addressed by police departments in cooperation with the community. Considers current efforts by law enforcement officers to achieve an effective working relationship with the community.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 232 - Domestic Violence
Credits: 3
Surveys historical issues that have affected family violence. Examines current trends in the context of the criminal justice system.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 233 - Multiculturalism in Policing
Credits: 3
Examines the impacts of historical events and social changes on law enforcement. Evaluates the complexity of providing police services to multicultural communities. Develops sensitivity and understanding of diverse populations and communities of color.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 234 - Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism
Credits: 3
Surveys the historical and current practices of terrorism that are national, transnational, or domestic in origin. Includes biological, chemical, nuclear, and cyber-terrorism. Teaches the identification and classification of terrorist organizations, violent political groups and issue-oriented militant movements. Examines investigative methods and procedures utilized in counter terrorist efforts domestically and internationally.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 236 - Principles of Criminal Investigation
Credits: 3
Surveys the fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Examines crime scene search, collecting, handling and preserving of evidence.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 243 - Homeland Security and Law
Credits: 3
Covers relationships abroad, the mission of federal, state, and local government at home, and the best practices to provide for the common defense. Examines homeland security and emergency management, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s place in public policy, law, and management, homeland security initiatives, and new partnerships for homeland security covering the government, private sector and higher education. Discusses civil rights issues, the USA Patriot Act; future challenges and roles of intelligence agencies; foreign policy aspects and views.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 247 - Criminal Behavior
Credits: 3
Introduces and evaluates the concepts of normal and abnormal behavior. Focuses on the psychological and sociological aspects of criminal and other deviant behavior patterns.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 275 - Forensic Pathology
Credits: 3
Introduces the pathology and physiology of the human body with emphasis on scientific name and technique used in medico-legal investigations of death. Studies types of death, the mechanisms of death and death reflex, and the determining of the cause of death by postmortem examination.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ADJ 299 - Supervised Study in Criminal Justice
Credits: 4
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
This is the core course in the Administration of Justice Program. The student has the option to write either a 22-page research project on a narrow topic in the field of criminal justice or participate in an approved 80 hour internship. The topic for the project has to be approved by the instructor beforehand. This internship requires a minimum of 80 hours of actual internship, excluding application and processing. The student’s progress will be monitored by the professor via mandatory documentation on Canvas, as well as spot checks by the professor at the designated place of internship. Every student shall log onto Canvas within 24 hours of each internship experience. The student will then write a detailed FULL 3 PARAGRAPH description of what took place during each internship-scheduled date. The student’s writing skills will be evaluated and be a factor in determining the student’s overall grade for the class. Grammar and spelling are very important. The student will log onto Canvas, access their folder, and complete a posting for EACH and EVERY internship contact he or she has with the assigned agency or instructor. Every student will include the following five pieces of information for each logged encounter: date of contact, time of contact, hours worked on that particular date, immediate supervisor’s name (who observed you?), and cumulative hours over the semester.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Lecture 4 hours.
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AIR 111 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Controls I
Credits: 3
Presents electron theory, magnetism, Ohm’s Law, resistance, current flow, instruments for electrical measurement, A.C. motors, power distribution controls and their application.
Corequisite: AIR 121 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 112 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Controls II
Credits: 3
Presents electron theory, magnetism, Ohm’s Law, resistance, current flow, instruments for electrical measurement, A.C. motors, power distribution controls and their application.
Prerequisite: AIR 111 and AIR 161 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 116 - Duct Construction and Maintenance
Credits: 2
Presents duct materials including sheet metal, aluminum, and fiber glass. Explains development of duct systems, layout methods, safety hand tools, cutting and shaping machines, fasteners and fabrication practices. Includes duct fittings, dampers and regulators, diffusers, heater and air washers, fans, insulation, and ventilating hoods.
Prerequisite: AIR 161 .
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 121 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I
Credits: 3
Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, and metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems.
Corequisite: AIR 111 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 122 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II
Credits: 3
Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, and metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems.
Prerequisite: AIR 121 and AIR 161 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 154 - Heating Systems I
Credits: 3
Introduces types of fuels and their characteristics of combustion; types, components and characteristics of burners, and burner efficiency analyzers. Studies forced air heating systems including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and servicing.
Prerequisite: AIR 111 and AIR 161 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 159 - Heating and Cooling Safety
Credits: 1
Presents standard safety procedures used in the heating and cooling industry. Discusses proper handling of equipment refrigerants and electricity.
Lecture 1 hour.
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AIR 160 - Introduction to Indoor Air Quality
Credits: 2
Examines the common sources of indoor air contaminants (pollutants), minimum ventilation rate requirements, and the analysis of properties of indoor air in residential and commercial buildings. Covers methods of air properties, data collection, data analysis, and the implementation of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems performance remediation techniques.
Prerequisite: AIR 161 .
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 161 - Heating, Air and Refrigeration Calculations I
Credits: 3
Introduces fractions, decimals, sign of operations, equations, Ohm’s Law, subtraction, multiplication and division of signed numbers. Teaches fundamentals of algebra, expression of stated problems in mathematical form, and solutions of equations.
Prerequisite: MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 3 hours.
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AIR 165 - Air Conditioning Systems I
Credits: 3
Introduces comfort survey, house construction, load calculations, types of distribution systems, and equipment selection. Introduces designing, layout, installing and adjusting of duct systems, job costs, and bidding of job.
Prerequisite: AIR 161 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
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AIR 200 - Hydronics
Credits: 2
Presents design and installation of hydronic systems for heating and cooling. Includes steam heated and chilled water systems. Primarily concerns systems using water under forced circulation.
Prerequisite: AIR 111 and AIR 161 .
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 206 - Psychrometrics
Credits: 3
Studies air and its properties, characteristics and measurements as they apply to human comfort. Considers control of temperature, humidity and distribution of air and air mixtures.
Prerequisite: AIR 121 and AIR 161 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 235 - Heat Pumps
Credits: 3
Studies theory and operation of reverse cycle refrigeration including supplementary heat as applied to heat pump systems, including service, installation and maintenance.
Prerequisite: AIR 112 and AIR 122 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 240 - Direct Digital Controls (DDC) I
Credits: 3
Studies the principles of direct digital controls. Presents common terms used within the HVAC control industry. Covers the function and operating characteristics of sensors, controllers, and final control devices. Highlights transfer function for a control device and details the development of equations for typical control transfer functions.
Prerequisite: AIR 112 and AIR 161 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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AIR 297 - Cooperative Education
Credits: 3
Provides on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms. Applies to all career-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ARC 100 - Introduction to Architecture
Credits: 3
Outlines history and impact of architecture. Emphasizes dynamics and social aspects of architecture and society; focuses on 19th and 20th century architectural forms.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ARC 121 - Architectural Drafting I
Credits: 3
Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning, and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections, and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details, and pictorial drawings.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
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ARC 122 - Architectural Drafting II
Credits: 3
Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning, and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections, and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details, and pictorial drawings.
Prerequisite: ARC 121 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
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ARC 133 - Construction Methodology and Procedures I
Credits: 3
Studies materials used in construction of buildings, covering foundations to structural framing systems. Includes appropriate use of materials for various construction types.Includes specification of materials and installation procedures; types of specifications and writing procedures; bidding procedures, and contract documents.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ARC 220 - Introduction to Landscape Architecture and Site Planning
Credits: 3
Introduces the basics of landscape design and development concepts through architectural construction and plantings. Shows relationship between design and environment, including objectives of design elements, materials, and facilities.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ARC 221 - Architectural CAD Applications Software I
Credits: 3
Teaches the principles and techniques of architectural drawing practices through the use of architecture specific CAD software. Utilizes the commands and features of the software to generate drawings that emphasize architectural design and structural systems.
Prerequisite: ARC 121 and CAD 201 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
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ARC 231 - Advanced Architectural Design and Graphics I
Credits: 4
Provides fundamental knowledge of the principles and techniques of architectural drawing procedures. Familiarizes student with design process. Provides a better understanding of the relation between architectural design and structural systems.
Prerequisite: ARC 122 or equivalent.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 6 hours.
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ARC 246 - Materials and Methods of Construction
Credits: 4
Introduces the characteristics of building materials and the methods of construction in which these materials are used in the erection of structures. Introduces the physical properties of steel, concrete, timber, glass, and related materials as well as methods used in testing materials. All sixteen CSI divisions are discussed.
Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
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ART 100 - Art Appreciation
Credits: 3
Introduces art from prehistoric times to the present day. Describes architectural styles, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and painting techniques. Highlights major artists and key contributions from global and Western culture. Covers content chronologically and/or thematically. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ART 101 - History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic
Credits: 3
Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the prehistoric era through the Gothic. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ART 102 - History of Art: Renaissance to Modern
Credits: 3
Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the Renaissance through the modern era. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ART 121 - Foundations of Drawing
Credits: 3
Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as line, proportion, space, perspective, value and composition as applied to still life, landscape and figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal and ink wash. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 131 - Two Dimensional Design
Credits: 3
Introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to two-dimensional studio projects. Introduces two-dimensional media, techniques, compositional strategies, and color concepts and interactions. Supports conceptual development through introduction to historical and contemporary practices and critical analysis. May include field trips as required. This is a UCGS Transfer course.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 132 - Three Dimensional Design
Credits: 3
Introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to three-dimensional studio projects. Introduces three-dimensional media, techniques, compositional strategies, and color concepts and interactions. Supports conceptual development through introduction to historical and contemporary practices and critical analysis. May include field trips as required. This is a UCGS Transfer course.
Prerequisite: ART 131
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 135 - Visual Communications
Credits: 3
Studies intermediate design concepts applicable to all fields of communication arts.
Prerequisite: ART 131 , ART 141 , ART 180
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 141 - Typography I
Credits: 3
Studies the history of letter forms and typefaces and examines their uses in contemporary communications media. Emphasizes applications to specific design problems. Includes identification and specification of type and uses current technologies for copy fitting and hands-on typesetting problems. Part I of II.
Corequisite: ART 180.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 142 - Typography II
Credits: 3
Examines advanced applications of the studies completed in Typography I. Explores the use of typography in layout and design. Requires projects based on professional level problems designed to test the student’s practical knowledge as well as his or her creative ability. Applies computer techniques for working with type. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131 , ART 141 , ART 180
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics
Credits: 3
Provides a working introduction to computer-based electronic technology used by visual artists and designers. Presents the basics of operating platforms and standard industry software. Introduces problems in which students can explore creative potential of the new electronic media environment.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 183 - Introduction to Art Therapy
Credits: 3
Introduces the history of art therapy, contemporary approaches and various settings in which art therapy may occur. Provides instruction in the use of art materials in therapy, dynamics of the creative process, and psychological theory. Reviews educational steps leading to a successful career in art therapy.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ART 203 - Animation I
Credits: 4
Introduces the student to the basic techniques of animation, combining traditional and computer-generated skills. Teaches theoretical elements of the aesthetics of sequential imagery. Provides practical experience in two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional animation. Exposes the student to a variety of animation techniques.
Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 180.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 4 hours.
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ART 208 - Video Techniques
Credits: 3
Addresses the fundamentals of video technology and non-linear video editing. Focuses on the aesthetics of time-code editing using current industry software. Teaches a student to shoot and capture video and record and edit sound, and combine artwork, animation, video, and sound in the creation of professional-quality original video projects.
Prerequisite: ART 180 or ART 283 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
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ART 209 - Creative Concepts and Copywriting
Credits: 3
Focuses on the generation of creative verbal/visual concepts and the techniques of effective written communication necessary for success in the graphic design industry.
Lecture 3 hours.
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ART 223 - Life Drawing
Credits: 3
Advances skills and exploration in drawing through studio practice. Continues investigation of elements and principles of design emphasizing perceptual figure drawing. Introduces a variety of media and techniques including color media and theory. Supports conceptual development through introduction to historical and contemporary practices and critical analysis. May include field trips. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week. 3 credits
Prerequisite: Art 121.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 231 - Sculpture I
Credits: 3
Introduces sculptural concepts and methods of production in traditional and contemporary media. Includes clay, plaster, wood, stone, metal, plastics and terra cotta. May include field trips. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: ART 121 and ART 131 .
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 241 - Painting I
Credits: 3
Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Part I of II.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 4 hours.
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ART 242 - Painting II
Credits: 3
Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: ART 241.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 4 hours.
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ART 243 - Watercolor I
Credits: 3
Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131 or divisional approval.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 244 - Watercolor II
Credits: 3
Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131 or divisional approval.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 250 - History of Design
Credits: 3
Surveys the development of graphic design and illustration with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Analyzes the work of outstanding designers and illustrators.
Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENG 111 .
Lecture 3 hours.
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ART 251 - Communication Design I
Credits: 3
Studies the principles of visual communications as applied to advertising in newspapers, magazines, direct mail advertising, house organs, etc. Analyzes the influence of contemporary art on design. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 135, ART 141, ART 142, ART 180.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 252 - Communication Design II
Credits: 3
Studies the principles of visual communications as applied to advertising in newspapers, magazines, direct mail advertising, house organs, etc. Analyzes the influence of contemporary art on design. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131 and ART 251 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 263 - Interactive Design I
Credits: 3
Focuses on conceptualization and problem solving for interactive design. Instructs students in techniques specific to web, multimedia for the web and other Interactive design projects using current technology and standards. Interactive functionality and usability are covered. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131 , ART 135 , ART 141 , ART 142 and ART 180
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 264 - Interactive Design II
Credits: 3
Builds on the studies completed in Interactive Design I. Focuses on conceptualization and problem solving for interactive design. Instructs students in intermediate techniques specific to web, multimedia for the web and other interactive design projects using current technology and standards. Includes interactive documents and experiences. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 135, ART 141, ART 142, ART 180, ART 263.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 267 - Integrated Design Techniques
Credits: 3
Studies the use of design and technology skills for development of visual ideas across an array of delivery platforms, such as web, print and motion. Focus on the development of holistic design ideas. Integrates techniques for the design, implementation, development and production of print, web, motion, and interactive projects.
Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 135, ART 141, ART 142, ART 180.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 270 - Motion Graphics I
Credits: 3
Introduces fundamental concepts for motion graphics, including graphics and promos for television networks and film titles and logos for advertising. Focuses on design presentation and development, screen composition, graphic transitions and content.
Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 135, ART 141, ART 142, ART 180.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio 4 hours.
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ART 271 - Printmaking I
Credits: 3
Introduces the student to the full range of printmaking techniques. Includes woodcut, silkscreen, etching, and lithography. Provides historical perspective on printmaking. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: ART 121 and ART 131 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 283 - Computer Graphics I
Credits: 3
Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part I of II.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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ART 284 - Computer Graphics II
Credits: 3
Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: ART 131 and ART 283 or ART 180.
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio 3 hours.
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