May 02, 2024  
2012-2013 Academic Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 1120 General Biology II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of General Biology I and provides information and laboratory techniques to help students understand the origin and diversity of life, and the structure, function, and ecology of organisms.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 
  
  • BIOL 1230 Microbiology

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides a study of microorganisms with emphasis on their relationship to pathogenesis, disease prevention and principles of immunology. Included are basic laboratory techniques and procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010  or BIOL 1110  or BIOL 2010 
  
  • BIOL 1300 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This introductory course is designed to provide the basic foundation for successful comprehension of the human anatomy and physiology sequence of courses required for Health Sciences majors. Emphasis is placed upon the vocabulary, morphology, and functions of the systems of the human body. This course is recommended for all students lacking high school biology. This course is not credited toward majors in sciences or Allied Health.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOL 1301 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of BIOL 1300 . Emphasis is placed upon the vocabulary, anatomy and physiology of the following human body systems: endocrine, reproductive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, and urinary systems. Concepts also included are fluid electrolyte balance and acid-base homeostasis. This course is recommended for all students lacking high school biology. This course is not credited toward majors in the sciences of Allied Health.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1330 or BIOL 2010  or permission of the instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOL 2010 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is the first of a two-semester course sequence for students meeting Nursing and Allied Health curriculum requirements. Students will receive an overview of cell biology. Organization of the human body, tissues, the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems and special senses will be covered. Students with a weak biological sciences background are encouraged to take BIOL 1300 , or BIOL 1010 .

    Prerequisite(s): DSPW 0800 , DSPR 0800 BIOL 1010 
  
  • BIOL 2020 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a continuation of Principles of Anatomy and Physiology I. Students will study the structure and function of the endocrine, reproductive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, and urinary systems. Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base homeostasis are also included.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010 
  
  • BIOL 2230 General Microbiology

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of the origins, growth, physiology and anatomy of microorganisms with emphasis on microbial genetics, metabolism and gene manipulation of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Included are basic laboratory techniques and procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110  and CHEM 1110 

Biotechnology

  
  • BIOT 1010 Introduction to Biotechnology

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Includes career exploration, history, and applications of DNA/ RNA technology, molecular biology, bioethics, radiation safety, and laboratory practices. Laboratory exercises, field trips, and demonstrations illustrate the basic techniques of biotechnology, including fundamental concepts like the metric system, equipment safety, chemical nomenclature, states of matter, and solution concentrations.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110  or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 1610 Introduction to Forensic Science Technology

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course examines the basic principles and techniques of forensic sciences. Topics include the roles and responsibility of collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes. The steps involved in the legal and laboratory investigation of injury and death, beginning at the crime scene and extending through judicial proceedings. This course is designed for biotechnology technicians, forensic science technicians, law enforcement and others with interests in forensic sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 1010 , BIOL 1110 , MATH 1530  and admission to the Biotechnology Program, or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2410 Biotechnology Techniques I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    An introduction to the theory and practice of basic laboratory techniques in molecular biology with an emphasis on basic laboratory functions and techniques. Proteins, gene expression, and regulation, immunochemistry, and cell culture will also be covered. This is a two-semester project-oriented course applying the fundamental DNA and protein manipulation techniques used in biotechnology/molecular biology research-oriented laboratories in academia and industry.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 1010 , BIOL 1230  (prerequisite or co requisite), admission to Biotechnology Technician Program, or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2420 Biotechnology Techniques II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The second semester of a two-semester project-oriented course applying the fundamental DNA and protein manipulation techniques used in biotechnology/molecular biology research oriented laboratories in academia and industry. This course concentrates on DNA structure and function and the techniques of DNA analysis, including cloning, restriction digests, and polymerase chain reactions.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 2410  or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2430 Biotechnology Techniques III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The third semester of techniques classes focuses on the fundamentals of the biochemistry laboratory. This course concentrates on the use of biochemical methods for analyzing solutions with spectrophotometry, centrifugation, chromatography, and electrophoresis.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 2420  or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2450 Biotechnology Internship

    5 Credit Hour(s)
    An experience external to the college for a student in a specialized field, involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business, industry or research facility. Mentored by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 2410  and BIOT 2420 , or permission of the instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2610 Forensic Science Techniques I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course examines the complex principles and techniques of forensic sciences. Topics include the roles and responsibility of collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes, calculating bullet trajectories, and computerized fingerprint and DNA analyses. The course includes evaluation of toxins, residues, organic and inorganic crime scene samples with advanced laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, GC, and Mass Spectrometry). This course is designed for biotechnology technicians, forensic science technicians, law enforcement and others with interests in forensic sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 1610  or the permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2620 Forensic Science Techniques II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course examines the complex principles and techniques of forensic sciences. Topics include the roles and responsibility of collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes. The course specifically deals with evidence collection from the crime scene victim and introduces the criminal investigative methods required for Taphonomy. The course will review the basic applications of the biological, physical, chemical, medical and behavioral sciences to questions of evidence and law. In doing so, students should gain a basic understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the forensic sciences as they are presently practiced. This course is designed for biotechnology technicians, forensic science technicians, law enforcement and others with interests in forensic sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 2610  or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • BIOT 2650 Forensic Science Internship

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    An experience external to the college, for a student in a specialized field, involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business, industry or research facility. Mentored by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOT 1610  and BIOT 2610 , or permission of instructor.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Business: RODP

  
  • BUS 1050 Legal Issues for the Web

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course addresses Internet law and provides guidelines for legally putting existing material online, creating material specifically for the Internet, using material found on the Internet, e-commerce, and educational aspects of the Internet. Real-world examples are used to illustrate how the rules affect businesses. This is a three (3) hour course. Students will work on real case studies and will have discussions on what they feel should be the correct outcome based on the law as learned through this course. The student must possess sufficient reading and writing skills to succeed in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): DSPR 0800  and DSPW 0800  or equivalent skills if the student is required to take these courses at their institution.

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1000 Chemistry for Health Sciences

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a one-semester course designed to study the elementary concepts of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry. The course is not intended for science, engineering, or engineering technology majors. The course studies classification of matter, measurements, atomic theory, periodic table, nuclear processes, physical states of matter, solution chemistry, hydrocarbons, organic functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, enzymes, and body fluids.

    Prerequisite(s): DSPW 0800 ; DSPR 0800 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CHEM 1010 Introduction to Chemistry I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The first of a two-semester course sequence designed for nursing majors, allied health, and other paramedical students. This course may be used as a preparatory course for CHEM 1110 . This course is NOT intended for science, engineering, or engineering technology majors. The course covers basic concepts of inorganic chemistry with focus on health sciences. The impact of chemistry on society is emphasized along with writing skills.

    Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated proficiency in elementary algebra confirmed by placement test scores or completion of appropriate college math scores. DSPW 0800 , DSPR 0800 , DSPM 0800 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CHEM 1020 Introduction to Chemistry II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a continuation of CHEM 1010 , Introduction to Chemistry I. The course is designed primarily for nursing majors, allied health, and other paramedical students. This course is NOT intended for science, engineering, or engineering technology majors. The course emphasizes elementary organic chemistry and biochemistry.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1010  or equivalent
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CHEM 1050 Allied Health Instrumentation

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a one-semester laboratory course designed to give allied health and science-oriented students experience in the principles of electronic instrumentation and analytical techniques used in clinical and industrial laboratories. The course is not intended for science, engineering, or engineering technology majors.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1010 Introduction to Chemistry I  or CHEM 1110 General Chemistry I 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CHEM 1110 General Chemistry I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is the first course in a two-semester sequence for science majors, pre-professional students, and pre-engineering students. The course covers fundamental concepts including measurements, language and stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, ionic and covalent bonding, states of matter, the gas laws, solutions, and thermochemistry. This course meets prerequisites for further study in chemistry in baccalaureate programs.

    Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated mastery of high school chemistry. DSPW 0800 , DSPR 0800 , DSPM 0850 
  
  • CHEM 1120 General Chemistry II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a continuation of CHEM 1110 General Chemistry I . This course covers physical properties of solutions, thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, ionic and molecular equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, including oxidation-reduction principles, nuclear chemistry, and environmental chemistry. The course meets prerequisites for further study in chemistry in baccalaureate programs.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1110  with a grade of at least a “C”
  
  • CHEM 2010 Organic Chemistry I Lecture

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This is the first of a two-semester science course for science majors and pre-professional students. The course is a systematic study of the fundamental principles of organic chemistry with interpretation of structure and properties based upon modern atomic and molecular theory. Topics include aliphatic hydrocarbons, stereochemistry, nucleophilic substitutions and eliminations, spectroscopy, and aromatic hydrocarbons.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120 
  
  • CHEM 2011 Organic Chemistry I Lab

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    Application of laboratory techniques to the synthesis, separation, and identification of organic compounds.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120 General Chemistry II 
    Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHEM 2010 

  
  • CHEM 2020 Organic Chemistry II Lecture

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. Emphasis is placed on functional derivatives of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010  CHEM 2011 
  
  • CHEM 2021 Organic Chemistry II Lab

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    Hour Continuation of Organic Chemistry laboratory I. Emphasis is placed on synthesis and class reactions of organic compounds.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010 , CHEM 2011 .
    Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHEM 2020 


Civil/Construction Engineering Technology

  
  • CCET 1010 Surveying I and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the fundamentals of plane surveying, with practice in the use of the tape, level, and theodolite in making horizontal and vertical measurements. Fieldwork includes boundary surveying, topographic, profile and benchmark leveling, with procedures of keeping field notes and note reduction. Construction layout is covered. Instructions are given in survey calculations including traverse closure calculating by the Coordinate method. This course also introduces the student to Wild TC 1000 Electronic Total Station surveying equipment.

    Corequisite(s): ENTC 1124  or permission of program coordinator.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1134 Civil Drafting and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces the student to drafting practices pertinent to the field of civil engineering technology. Work is done on topographic drawings, land layout, utilities, plan and profile, and earthwork cross-sections, including calculations. Construction and fabrication drawings are covered. Drawings are done using computer software.

    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2644 , CCET 1010 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1901 Technical Co-Op I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1902 Technical Co-Op II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1903 Technical Co-Op III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1904 Technical Co-Op IV

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1905 Technical Co-Op V

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1906 Technical Co-Op VI

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1907 Technical Co-Op VII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1908 Technical Co-Op VIII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair. May take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1931 Co-Op Education I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1932 Co-Op Education II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1933 Co-Op Education III

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1941 Co-Op Education IA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1942 Co-Op Education IIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 1943 Co-Op Education IIIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 2020 Surveying II and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The student studies various types of route locations and surveys. Both classroom and fieldwork in horizontal and vertical curves, and slope-staking are covered. The student has hands-on use of theodolites, electronic distance-measuring equipment, global positioning systems, and robotic total station. Computer computations traverse closure by the DMD method.

    Prerequisite(s): CCET 1010 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 2123 Construction Planning, Equipment and Methods and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces the student to fundamentals in the planning and selection of equipment and methods for various construction operations.

    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1244 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 2203 Strength of Materials and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    In this course, the student studies the following topics: stress and strain, direct and shearing stresses, torsion, bending, bolted and riveted connections, basic design of timber and steel beams and timber and steel columns, beam deflections, and statically indeterminate beams.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1154 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 2614 Structural Design and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces the student to design practices applicable to simple steel and timber members, including connections and reinforced concrete beams, slabs, and columns.

    Prerequisite(s): CCET 2203 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 2623 Concrete Technology and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces the student to fundamentals of mix design and the inspection concerned with the manufacture and testing of concrete as a construction material. The following topics are covered: basic properties of cement and the relationships between cement, water and aggregates; properties desired in plastic and hardened concrete; proportioning mixes; sampling, and field and lab testing.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1740 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CCET 2633 Soils and Foundations and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course acquaints the student with the importance of soils as a construction material. The student performs basic laboratory tests. The design of footings is covered.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

College Experience: RODP

  
  • COL 101 Orientation: The College Experience

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    In this course, we will study the best practices for success in college and learning on line by using technology smartly, succeeding in workplace situations skillfully, using interpersonal communications respectfully, and developing self-management practices expertly.


Computer Engineering Technology

  
  • CPET 1114 Computer Systems Installation and Maintenance

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides hands-on experience in the building, installation, testing, and maintenance of microcomputer systems. Emphasis is given to developing the student’s ability to install new systems and maintain existing systems. This course also provides an introduction to various microcomputer application programs. Emphasis is given to developing the student’s ability to use Microsoft Windows-based applications software including word processing, spreadsheet processing. This course also includes an introduction to the C++ programming language.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1124 Digital Circuits and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents procedures for analyzing and designing digital circuits. Topics included are number systems, Boolean algebra, Karnaugh mapping, combinational logic, arithmetic circuits, flip-flops, counters, and sequential circuits. In the laboratory, students verify digital principles by constructing and testing various digital circuits.

    Prerequisite(s): ENTC 1124  and ENTC 1114  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1144 C++ for Technicians and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This introductory course in the C++ programming language begins with an explanation of a general program development procedure using an Integrated Development Environment (IDE). Some specific C++ language elements covered include looping statements, functions, arrays, input/output operations, and classes. Emphasis is placed on effective program development practices, including flowcharting and debugging techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): CPET 1114 
    Corequisite(s): MATH 1740  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1901 Technical Co-Op I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1902 Technical Co-Op II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1903 Technical Co-Op III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1904 Technical Co-Op IV

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1905 Technical Co-Op V

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1906 Technical Co-Op VI

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1907 Technical Co-Op VII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1908 Technical Co-Op VIII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1931 Co-Op Education I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1932 Co-Op Education II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1933 Co-Op Education III

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1941 Co-Op Education IA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1942 Co-Op Education IIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 1943 Co-Op Education IIIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 2114 Microprocessor Applications and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students use a single-board microcomputer and a PC to investigate the organization and operation of a microprocessor and various microcomputer system components. Students interface application hardware to the computer and write their own driver software. Programs are written in assembly language.

    Prerequisite(s): CPET 1124  and CPET 1144  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 2214 Microcontroller System Design and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents the essential elements required to design and analyze microcontroller-based systems (embedded systems). Motorola and Intel microcontroller chips are covered. Students use a personal computer as a single-user microcontroller development station when designing their hardware/software projects. All students are required to construct a working microcontroller-based system and develop software to control the system. Student software is written in assembly language and C.

    Prerequisite(s): CPET 2114  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 2314 Digital Communication System and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Data communications involving the transmission and reception of digital information is covered in this course. Topics included are the telephone system, digital codes, transmission protocols, error detection and correction schemes, RS232 and other data transmission interfaces, modems, and network communications. Laboratory assignments provide experience with circuits used in data and network communications. Technical writing is stressed in this course with the requirement of written reports.

    Prerequisite(s): CPET 1124  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CPET 2324 Computer Networks and Systems and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the technical aspects of computer networks. Course topics include the OSI Reference Model, the hardware and software components required to implement some of the IEEE 802 local area network (LAN) protocols, and TCP/IP. Laboratory assignments make use of network test equipment and give the student experience with Windows peer-to-peer and client/server networking.

    Prerequisite(s): CPET 1124  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Computer Graphics: RODP

  
  • INTC 1050 Computer Graphics

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    A course designed to introduce the concepts of computer graphics creation. The course will use the software Paint Shop Pro version X3.


Computer Science

  
  • CISP 1010 Computer Science I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course will present an introduction to programming and problem-solving techniques using a high-level object-oriented programming environment. Topics will include data types, assignments, decisions, loops, functions, IO techniques, arrays, strings, and data abstractions. Emphasis will be on stepwise refinement of computer algorithms and the coding, debugging, and executing of programs. Keyboarding skills are required by the student to work in a timely fashion.

    Prerequisite(s): DSPR 0800 , DSPW 0800  and DSPM 0850 
  
  • CISP 1020 Computer Science II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The course provides a continuation of advanced concepts and skills that were introduced in CCET 1010 . Attention will be directed to object oriented programming techniques including best practices within software engineering. Emphasis will be placed on enhanced programming logic skills, effective interface design for applications in an event-driven environment, and use of advanced data structures and file concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): DSPR 0800 , DSPW 0800  and DSPM 0850 

Computer Science: RODP

  
  • CIS 113 Programming in Visual Basic

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    An introduction to Microsoft Visual Basic. Topics to be covered include: Object-Oriented Programming, interface design, controls, decisions, creating menus and dialog boxes, writing event and general procedures, and using operating system services.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must have completed a basic computer literacy course (e.g., CIS100, BIT1150) or receive permission of instructor.
  
  • CIS 173 Programming in C#

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    An introduction to Microsoft C#. Topics to be covered include: Object- Oriented Programming, interface design, controls, decisions, creating menus and dialog boxes, looping, arrays and accessing database files.

    Prerequisite(s): CIS 113  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CIS 186 Database Programming

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to enable students to develop customized database applications. Subsequent to a brief survey of relational database techniques and methods, the emphasis will be on developing the necessary skills to design, create, and implement user-friendly front ends for relational databases. Using a database engine such as Microsoft Access 2003, the course will concentrate on developing and coding procedures using VBA (Visual Basic for Applications).

    Prerequisite(s): CIS 113 or the equivalent; the student will also need to be able to use the basic functions of Microsoft Access.
  
  • CIS 193 Introduction to LINUX

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to prepare students for the COMPTIA LINUX+ Certification Exam. Linux is a relatively new open source system software that is becoming increasingly popular for use on business Web Servers, email servers, application servers, and even personal desktop systems. This course is designed to prepare students to take the certification exam; however, it is not a substitute for the certification exam. A basic foundation in computer hardware, networking concepts, as well as familiarity with desktop and server operating systems such as Windows 2000 or Unix would be helpful. Programming experience of any type would also be an asset but is not explicitly required.

    Prerequisite(s): BIT 1150 or equivalent introductory computer class, or permission from instructor.
  
  • CIS 263 Web Design

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course will cover the fundamental concepts of the Internet and World Wide Web, including how the Internet works, protocols and services, addressing and routing in the Internet. Students will design and create web pages using web page editing/publishing software and edit graphic images for web pages using image editing software. Use of simple Java applets will be covered and some basic Javascript scripts will be written for web pages if time permits.

    Prerequisite(s): CIS 109, BIT 1150, or INFS 1010 .
  
  • CIS 1610 Programming in C++

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    An introduction to computer science software concepts using C++. Algorithms, problem solving methods, systems development and implementation methodologies are addressed. Standard programming constructs such as simple data types, assignment statements, use of subprograms, loops, conditional statements, arrays, records, classes, abstract data types, and object oriented programming concepts are emphasized. The student will write short segments of C++ code that demonstrates command and understanding of the above concepts. A prior course in a programming language such as Visual Basic or Java is useful, but not required.

    Prerequisite(s): Student should have some background and understanding of computing and the use of information systems in society.
  
  • CIS 2640 Web Page Applications

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is the study of various applications available for the support of web pages. Topics covered will include web page multimedia design using Adobe Creative Suite. The latest techniques of web page design technology will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): CIS 263 . Prior to taking this course, students should have a basic working knowledge of the Windows operating system, the Internet and Web editing/publishing software.
  
  • CISP 203 Data Structures

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the basic fundamental principles of Data Structures. It uses C++ as a programming language to implement a variety of data structures. As such it requires the knowledge of programming in C++ offered in the online course CIS 1610 . Topics will include recursion, C++ STL containers, vectors, C++ pointers, dynamic memory, STL Stacks, STL Queues, and Lists with or without iterators. User Designed classes are implemented.

    Prerequisite(s): Prior to taking this course, students should have made a C or better in CIS 1610 .
  
  • CISP 209 Java Programming I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course will cover the fundamental concepts of Object Oriented Programming using Java. Topics will include objects, classes, constructors, methods, instance variables. User Designed classes are implemented. Arrays and Array Processing are emphasized. Graphical User Interfaces are developed using Java. Applets are explained and implemented.

  
  • CISP 218 Java Programming II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course continues the coverage of the fundamental concepts of Object Oriented Programming that started in Java Programming I. Topics will include Super Classes, Sub Classes, Polymorphism, Inheritance, Stacks, Queues, and Lists. User Designed classes are implemented.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CST 209-W01 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor.

Court Reporting

  
  • CORT 1001 Legal Terminology

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the meaning and spelling of Latin and English legal terms that legal professionals encounter.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 1010 Machine Shorthand Theory I and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the introduction and mastery of basic stenotype concepts for all one-syllable words and simple two-syllable words written by sound, beginning number writing, all marks of punctuation, one- and two-letter brief forms, two- and three-letter phrases, reading from stenotype notes, and dictation at 40 words per minute. Students begin the development of recording and transcribing live dictation with the use of computer-aided transcription (real-time translation). Mastery of the beginning principles of the touch method are emphasized as well as an understanding of the court reporting profession.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must obtain machine and other equipment (paper, cassette recorder and cassette tapes) to be prepared to work on first night of class.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 1020 Machine Shorthand Theory II and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the introduction and mastery of advanced stenotype concepts for word beginnings and word endings (words of two or more syllables), advanced number concepts, homonyms, reading from stenotype notes, dictation at 40/60 words per minute, and introduction to beginning speed building principles.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 1001 , CORT 1010 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 1025 Introduction to Speedbuilding

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an initial course for machine shorthand students in building speed in the taking of dictation at speeds of 40-60 wpm through live, online or electronic media. Dictation will consist of two-voice testimony, literary and current events. This course will focus on vocabulary usage and development, theory reinforcement and an introduction to briefs and phrases found in legal and literary dictation. The student will also receive instruction on using a computer-aided (real-time) translation system for transcription. Students will be able to take dictation at 60 wpm, transcribe with 95 percent accuracy, by the end of term.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 1010 
    Corequisite(s): CORT 1020 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 1110 Court Reporting Applications

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course encompasses forms and formats for different reporting situations; reporting interrogatories, statements, depositions, court proceedings; set up of court reporter’s office and records kept for both official and freelance reporting; developing a reference library; writing legal cites; forms of address; handling read backs; handling exhibits; testifying from past proceedings; finding employment; certification requirements, ethical considerations; transcribing notary depositions, hearings, motions, pretrial hearing, coroner inquests, trials, petitions, conventions, and meetings.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 1210 CR Grammar and Punctuation

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course contains specialized English topics as they apply to the reporting profession. Grammar for court reporters emphasizes parts of speech and parts of structure of sentences. This course lays an essential foundation for study of the sophisticated punctuation rules that follow, which enable the reporter to produce verbatim transcripts with emphasis on proofreading techniques.

    Corequisite(s): CORT 1020 , ENGL 1010 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2010 Speedbuilding I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course teaches speed and accuracy in the transcription of machine shorthand for speeds ranging from 60-180 wpm in the areas of Two-Voice Testimony (Q&A), Jury Charge (Legal Opinion) and Literacy. Computer-aided transcription systems, word processing and video applications for the court reporter are also covered in this course. Graduation from this concentration requires a “B” or better in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 1025 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2015 Computer-Aided Transcription

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Computer-aided transcription systems, word processing systems, and video application for the court reporter are covered in this course.

    Corequisite(s): CORT 2010 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2022 Speedbuilding II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Dictation practice and testing for speeds 140-180 words per minute are included in this course. The student must pass progressive tests of Q & A, Jury Charge (Legal Opinion) and Literary up to 180 words per minute with 95 percent accuracy (five-minute tests). Computer-aided transcription systems, multi-voice dictation and transcript productions are also covered in this course. Graduation from this concentration requires a “B” or better in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 1025 
    Corequisite(s): CORT 2015 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2032 Speedbuilding III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course includes dictation practice and testing for speeds 100 to 180 words per minute. The student must pass progressive tests of Q & A, Jury Charge (Legal Opinion) and Literary up to 180 words per minute with 95 percent accuracy (all five-minute tests). Computer-aided transcription systems, real-time applications, dictionary building and transcript production are also covered in this course. Graduation from this concentration requires a “B” or better in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 1025 , CORT 2015 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2040 Speedbuilding IV

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This is the final speedbuilding course in this series and consists of dictation practice and testing for speeds 200 to 225 words per minute. The student must pass three tests of Q&A at 225 words per minute and Jury Charge (Legal Opinion) at 200 words per minute with 95 percent accuracy (five-minute tests). Added emphasis will be placed on formatting and style, as well as transcript production. The course will also include a mock RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) exam.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 2032 , CORT 2015 . Graduation from this concentration requires a “B” or better in this course.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2070 Court Report Internship

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The student practices the skills needed to be a court reporter (freelance official, closed-captioned, conference). More than 60 clock hours of practical experience, on an individual basis, in the courtroom or in a deposition situation under the supervision of a working court reporter are required. From this actual experience, the student submits an acceptable 50-page transcript. This internship commences after the student is writing 200 words per minute.

    Prerequisite(s): CORT 2022  CORT 1210 , LEGL 2030 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • CORT 2080 Special Topics in Real-time Reporting

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an in-depth study of selected topics in the fields of court reporting, closed captioning and CART reporting designed to reinforce basic knowledge and to further professional competencies.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Criminal Justice Studies

  
  • CRMJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents an overview of the American criminal justice system and traces its historical and legal development, including the role of law enforcement, courts, and corrections in national, state, and local applications.

  
  • CRMJ 1020 Introduction to the Legal Process

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The course acquaints the student with the judicial system’s processes. The student will acquire knowledge of preliminary courtroom procedures, motions, administrative procedures, courtroom testimony and local judicial systems procedures.

  
  • CRMJ 1025 Criminal Investigation

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course continues the basic fundamentals of criminal investigation. It includes the practical aspect of exploring preliminary investigative techniques; identifying, collecting, and processing physical evidence, and studying the elements of specific offenses.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
 

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