Sep 27, 2024  
2013-14 Gaston College Catalog 
    
2013-14 Gaston College Catalog [THIS CATALOG IS OUT-OF-DATE. USE THE CURRENT CATALOG TO FIND CURRENT PROGRAMS.]

Course Descriptions


Key to Course Descriptions

 

Chemistry

  
  • CHM 152 General Chemistry II (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CHM 151 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides a continuation of the study of the fundamental principles and laws of chemistry. Topics include kinetics, equilibrium, ionic and redox equations, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, introduction to nuclear and organic chemistry, and complex ions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of chemical concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry and related professional fields.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics
  
  • CHM 251 Organic Chemistry I (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CHM 152 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides a systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM 252 .
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
  
  • CHM 252 Organic Chemistry II (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CHM 251 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides continuation of the systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, amines and heterocyclics; multi-step synthesis will be emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of organic concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry and related professional fields.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
  
  • CHM 261 Quantitative Analysis (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CHM 152 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces classical methods of chemical analysis with an emphasis on laboratory techniques. Topics include statistical data treatment; stoichiometric and equilibrium calculations; and titrimetric, gravimetric, acid-base, oxidationreduction, and compleximetric methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform classical quantitative analytical procedures.
    This course has been approved for transfer through the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.

Civil Engineering Technology

  
  • CEG 111 Intro to GIS and GNSS (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces the methods and techniques used in the Geographic information Systems (GIS) and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) professions. Emphasis is placed on data collection and mapping using GIS software. Upon completion, students should be able to use GNSS technologies to collect field data and create GIS maps.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Utilize GNSS technologies to collect field data.
    2. Create GIS maps.

  
  • CEG 115 Intro to Tech & Sustainability (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces basic skills, sustainability concepts and career fields for technicians. Topics include career options, technical vocabulary, dimensional analysis, measurement systems, engineering graphics, professional ethics, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify drawing elements and create sketches, perform basic engineering computations and identify measures of sustainable development.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Identify drawing elements and create sketches.
    2. Perform basic engineering computations.
    3. Identify measures of sustainable development.

  
  • CEG 151 CAD for Engineering Technology (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer-aided drafting (CAD) software. Topics include file and data management, drawing, editing, dimensioning commands, plotting, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create and plot basic drawings and maps using CAD software.

    Competencies

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Create basic drawings and maps using CAD software.
    2. Plot finished drawings and maps using CAD software.

     

  
  • CEG 210 Construction Materials & Methods (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the behavior and properties of Portland cement, asphaltic concretes, and other construction materials, including construction methods and equipment. Topics include cementing agents, aggregates, water and admixture materials with their proportions, production, placement, consolidation, curing; and their inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to proportion Portland concrete mixes to attain predetermined strengths, perform standard control tests on Portland cement concrete, identify inspection criteria for concretes, identify construction equipment and applications.
  
  • CEG 211 Hydrology & Erosion (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: MAT 080 MAT 120 MAT 121 MAT 161 , or MAT 171 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces basic engineering principles and characteristics of hydrology, erosion and sediment control. Topics include storm water runoff, gravity pipe flow, open channel flow, low impact development (LID), erosion control devices and practices. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and design gravitational drainage structures, identify LID and erosion control elements, and prepare a storm water drainage plan.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Analyze and design gravitational drainage structures.
    2. Identify LID and erosion control elements.
    3. Prepare a stormwater drainage plan.

  
  • CEG 212 Intro to Environmental Tech (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: EGR 250 , EGR 251, or MEC 210 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces basic engineering principles of hydraulics, and water and wastewater technologies. Topics include fluid statics, fluid dynamics, flow measurement, the collection, treatment, and distribution of water and wastewater. Upon completion, students should be able to identify water and wastewater system elements, describe water and wastewater system processes and perform basic hydraulics and treatment computations.
  
  • CEG 230 Subdivision Planning and Design (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: Take one course from each set:
    CEG 151 , DFT 151 , or EGR 120;
    CEG 211 ;
    SRV 111  or CIV 215 ;
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the planning and design concepts related to subdivisions including analysis of development standards, engineering, and the creation of CAD drawings. Topics include applicable codes, lot creation, roadway system layout, storm water drainage, low impact development (LID) concepts, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a set of subdivision plans.
  
  • CEG 235 Project Management/Estimating (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: Take one set:
    CIS 110  and CEG 115 ;
    CIS 110  and EGR 115 ;
    CIS 111  and CEG 115 ;
    CIS 111  and EGR 115 ;
    EGR 125 and CEG 115 ;
    EGR 125 and EGR 115 ;
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers planning and estimating practices which are applicable to the civil engineering and related construction industries. Emphasis is placed on construction project planning and management, material take-offs labor and equipment requirements in accordance with industry formats, and other economic topics. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately complete material take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and prepare construction schedules.
  
  • CIV 111 Soils and Foundations (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: EGR 250 , EGR 251, or MEC 210
    Corequisites: None
    This course presents an overview of soil as a construction material using both analysis and testing procedures. Topics include index properties, classification, stress analysis, compressibility, compaction, dewatering, excavation, stabilization, settlement, and foundations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic soil tests and analyze engineering properties of soil. Oral and written communications skills will be emphasized.
  
  • CIV 115 Geotechnical Engineering (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: EGR 250 , EGR 251, or MEC 210
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces soil origin, classification, composition, and mechanics, for the purpose of determining strength and stability. Topics include analyzing and testing soil chemistry, taxonomy, permeability, compression, stress analysis, stabilization, and settlement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of soils, subsurface exploration techniques, science of earth materials, and fundamental concepts of particulate mechanics.
  
  • CIV 212 Environmental Planning (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIV 211 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers water and wastewater technology, erosion and sedimentation control, and other related topics. Topics include collection, treatment, and distribution of water and wastewater and erosion and sedimentation control law. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of water and wastewater systems and prepare erosion and sedimentation control plans.
  
  • CIV 215 Highway Technology (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CEG 115  or EGR 115  and MAT 121 , MAT 161 , or MAT 171 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces the essential elements of roadway components and design. Topics include subgrade and pavement construction, roadway drawings and details, traffic analysis, geometric design and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret roadway details and specifications, and produce street and highway construction drawings.
  
  • CIV 220 Basic Structural Concepts (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIV 110  or MEC 250 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the historical perspective of structures as well as types, materials, common elements, and mechanical principles of structures. Topics include basic structure shapes, advantages and disadvantages of standard building materials, application of structural concepts, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic structural concepts.
  
  • CIV 221 Steel and Timber Design (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: EGR 250 , EGR 251, or MEC 210
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces the basic elements of steel and timber structures. Topics include the analysis and design of steel and timber beams, columns, and connections and the use of appropriate manuals and codes. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, design, and draw simple steel and timber structures.
  
  • CIV 222 Reinforced Concrete (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: EGR 250 , EGR 251 or MEC 210
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces the basic elements of reinforced concrete and masonry structures. Topics include analysis and design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs, columns, footings, and retaining walls; load-bearing masonry walls; and ACI manuals and codes. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and design components of a structure using reinforced concrete and masonry elements and utilize appropriate ACI publications.
  
  • CIV 250 Civil Eng Tech Project (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CEG 235 
    Corequisites: CIV 211 
    This course includes an integrated team approach to civil engineering technology projects. Emphasis is placed on project proposal, site selection, analysis/design of structures, construction material selection, time and cost estimating, planning, and management of a project. Upon completion, students should be able to apply team concepts prepare estimates, submit bid proposals, and manage projects. Oral and written communications skills will be emphasized.

Communications

  
  • COM 110 Introduction to Communication (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: ENG 090 , RED 090 , or Departmental Approval
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute).
  
  • COM 120 Intro Interpersonal Com (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: ENG 090 , RED 090 , or Departmental Approval
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communication in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute).
  
  • COM 140 Intro Intercultural Com (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: ENG 090 , RED 090 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces techniques of cultural research, definitions, functions, characteristics, and impacts of cultural differences in public address. Emphasis is placed on how diverse backgrounds influence the communication act and how cultural perceptions and experiences determine how one sends and receives messages. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and skills needed to become effective in communicating outside one’s primary culture.
    This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts (Substitute).
  
  • COM 231 Public Speaking (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or ENG 111 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute).

Computer Engineering Technology

  
  • CET 111 Computer Upgrade/Repair I (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: DMA 010 , DMA 020 , DMA 030 , DMA 040 , RED 090 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers repairing, servicing, and upgrading computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics include CPU/memory/bus identification, disk subsystems, hardware/software installation/configuration, common device drivers, data recovery, system maintenance, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems to perform within specifications.
  
  • CET 211 Computer Upgrade/Repair II (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CET 111 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers concepts of repair service, and upgrade of computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics may include resolving resource conflicts and system bus specifications, configuration and troubleshooting peripherals, operating system configuration and optimization, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and resolve system conflicts and optimize system performance.

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 110 Introduction to Computers (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics.
  
  • CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills.
  
  • CIS 115 Intro to Prog & Logic (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: DMA 010 DMA 020 DMA 030 DMA 040 DMA 050 , and DMA 060 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer programming and problem solving in a structured program logic environment. Topics include language syntax, data types, program organization, problem solving methods, algorithm design, and logic control structures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage files with operating system commands, use top down algorithm design, and implement algorithmic solutions in a programming language.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics.

Computer Information Technology

  
  • CTS 115 Info Sys Business Concepts (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    The course introduces the role of IT in managing business processes and the need for business process and IT alignment. Emphasis is placed on industry need for understanding business challenges and developing/managing information systems to contribute to the decision making process based on these challenges. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the ‘hybrid business manager’ and the potential offered by new technology and systems.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 110  or CIS 111 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers.
  
  • CTS 130 Spreadsheet (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 110  or CIS 111  or OST 137 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics include writing formulas, using functions, enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and print basic spreadsheets and charts.
  
  • CTS 135 Integrated Software Intro (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 110  or CIS 111 
    Corequisites: None
    This course instructs students in the Windows or Linux based program suites for word processing, spreadsheet, database, personal information manager, and presentation software. This course prepares students for introductory level skills in database, spreadsheet, personal information manager, word processing, and presentation applications to utilize data sharing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and integrate data at an introductory level to produce documents using multiple technologies.
  
  • CTS 250 User Support & Softw Eval (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CTS 120  and NOS 130 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides an opportunity to evaluate software and hardware and make recommendations to meet end-user needs. Emphasis is placed on software and hardware evaluation, installation, training, and support. Upon completion, students should be able to present proposals and make hardware and software recommendations based on their evaluations.
  
  • CTS 285 Systems Analysis & Design (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 115 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces established and evolving methodologies for the analysis, design, and development of an information system. Emphasis is placed on system characteristics, managing projects, prototyping, CASE/OOM tools, and systems development life cycle phases. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a problem and design an appropriate solution using a combination of tools and techniques.
  
  • CTS 287 Emerging Technologies (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces emerging information technologies. Emphasis is placed on evolving technologies and trends in business and industry. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate an understanding of the current trends and issues in emerging technologies for information systems.
  
  • CTS 289 System Support Project (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CTS 120 , CTS 285 , NOS 130 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant support project with minimal instructor assistance. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, project definition, documentation, installation, testing, presentation, and user training. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a project from the definition phase through implementation.

Computer Programming

  
  • CSC 133 C Programming (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
     
    Corequisites: MAT 121 
    This course introduces computer programming using the C programming language with structured programming principles. Topics include input/output operations, iteration, arithmetic operations, arrays, pointers, filters, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level.
  
  • CSC 134 C++ Programming (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level.
    This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • CSC 139 Visual BASIC Prog (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 115 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer programming using the Visual BASIC programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • CSC 141 Visual C++ Prog (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 115 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer programming using the Visual C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment at a beginning level.
  
  • CSC 151 JAVA Programming (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 115 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer programming using the JAVA programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • CSC 153 C# Programming (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CIS 115 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer programming using the C# programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment at the beginning level.
  
  • CSC 239 Adv Visual BASIC Prog (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CSC 139 
    Corequisites: None
    This course is a continuation of CSC 139  using the Visual BASIC programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • CSC 241 Adv Visual C++ Prog (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CSC 141 
    Corequisites: None
    This course is a continuation of CSC 141  using the Visual C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment.
  
  • CSC 251 Adv JAVA Programming (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CSC 151 
    Corequisites: None
    This course is a continuation of CSC 151  using the JAVA programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment.
  
  • CSC 253 Adv C# Programming (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CSC 153 
    Corequisites: None
    This course is a continuation of CSC 153  using the C# programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment.
  
  • CSC 289 Programming Capstone Proj (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: CSC 239 , CSC 241 , CTS 285 , DBA 115 
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant programming project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, testing, presentation, and implementation. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a project from the definition phase through implementation.

Construction

  
  • CST 238 Weatherization (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the use of current efficiency methods, materials, and techniques as applied to the weatherization of commercial and residential structures. Topics include the assessment of environmental impacts on energy consumption and building modifications that yield decreases in energy usage and increases in energy efficiency. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competencies in building envelop analysis, energy-efficiency plan design, and implementation of weatherization plan.
  
  • CST 241 Planning/Estimating I (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: BPR 130 , MAT 120 , MAT 121 , MAT 161 , MAT 171 , or MAT 175 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the procedures involved in planning and estimating a construction/building project. Topics include performing quantity take-offs of materials necessary for a building project. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately complete a take-off of materials and equipment needs involved in a construction project.

    Competencies

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Identify and define terminology specific to planning and estimating.
    2. Generate quantity take-offs for a construction project using the CSI format.
    3. Create an estimate based on materials, equipment, and labor.


Construction Management

  
  • CMT 120 Codes and Inspections (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers building codes and the code inspections process used in the design and construction of residential and commercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on commercial, residential, and accessibility (ADA) building codes. Upon completion, students should understand the building code inspections process and apply building code principals and requirements to construction projects.

Cooperative Education

  
  • COE 110 World of Work (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course covers basic knowledge necessary for gaining and maintaining employment. Topics include job search skills, work ethic, meeting employer expectations, workplace safety, and human relations. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully make the transition from school to work.
  
  • COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 10
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 112 Co-op Work Experience I (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 20
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 113 Co-op Work Experience I (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 30
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 114 Co-op Work Experience I (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 40
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college- approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 115 Work Exp Seminar I (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course description may be written by the individual colleges. This course provides information for career development through emphasis on self-exploration and awareness of the world of work. Upon completion, students will be able to make better career decisions and choices. Course may be customized specific to each curriculum area.
  
  • COE 121 Co-op Work Experience II (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 10
    Prerequisites: Any COE I Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 122 Co-op Work Experience II (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 20
    Prerequisites: Any COE I Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 123 Co-op Work Experience II (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 30
    Prerequisites: Any COE I Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 124 Co-op Work Experience II (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 40
    Prerequisites: Any COE I Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 125 Work Exp Seminar II (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course provides information for career development through emphasis on self-exploration and awareness of the world of work. Upon completion, students will be able to make better career decisions and choices. Course may be customized specific to each curriculum area.
  
  • COE 131 Co-op Work Experience III (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 10
    Prerequisites: Any COE I & II Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work related competencies.
  
  • COE 132 Co-op Work Experience III (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 20
    Prerequisites: Any COE I & II Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work related competencies.
  
  • COE 133 Co-op Work Experience III (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 30
    Prerequisites: Any COE I & II Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 134 Co-op Work Experience III (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 40
    Prerequisites: Any COE I & II Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 135 Work Exp Seminar III (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course provides information for career development through emphasis on self-exploration and awareness of the world of work. Upon completion, students will be able to make better career decisions and choices. Course may be customized specific to each curriculum area.
  
  • COE 211 Co-op Work Experience IV (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 10
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II and III Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 212 Co-op Work Experience IV (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 20
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II and III Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work, experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 213 Co-op Work Experience IV (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 30
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II and III Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 214 Co-op Work Experience IV (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 40
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II and III Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 215 Work Exp Seminar IV (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course provides information for career development through emphasis on self-exploration and awareness of the world of work. Upon completion, students will be able to make better career decisions and choices. Course may be customized specific to each curriculum area.
  
  • COE 221 Co-op Work Experience V (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 10
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III and IV Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 222 Co-op Work Experience V (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 20
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III and IV Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 223 Co-op Work Experience V (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 30
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III and IV Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 224 Co-op Work Experience V (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 40
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III and IV Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 225 Work Exp Seminar V (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course provides information for career development through emphasis on self-exploration and awareness of the world of work. Upon completion, students will be able to make better career decisions and choices. Course may be customized specific to each curriculum area.
  
  • COE 231 Co-op Work Experience VI (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 10
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III, IV and V Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 232 Co-op Work Experience VI (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 20
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III, IV and V Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 233 Co-op Work Experience VI (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 30
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III, IV and V Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 234 Co-op Work Experience VI (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 40
    Prerequisites: Any COE I, II, III, IV and V Work Experience
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
  
  • COE 235 Work Exp Seminar VI (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: Departmental Approval
    This course provides information for career development through emphasis on self-exploration and awareness of the world of work. Upon completion, students will be able to make better career decisions and choices. Course may be customized specific to each curriculum area.

Cosmetology

  
  • COS 111 Cosmetology Concepts I (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 112 
    This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
  
  • COS 112 Salon I (8 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 24
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 111 
    This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services.
  
  • COS 113 Cosmetology Concepts II (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 114 
    This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
  
  • COS 114 Salon II (8 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 24
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 113 
    This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services.
  
  • COS 115 Cosmetology Concepts III (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 116 
    This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
  
  • COS 116 Salon III (4 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 12
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 115 
    This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services.
  
  • COS 117 Cosmetology Concepts IV (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 118 
    This course covers advanced cosmetology concepts. Topics include chemistry and hair structure, advanced cutting and design, and an overview of all cosmetology concepts in preparation for the licensing examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these cosmetology concepts and meet program completion requirements.
  
  • COS 118 Salon IV (7 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 21
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: COS 117 
    This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in preparation for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements.
  
  • COS 119 Esthetics Concepts I (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the concepts of esthetics. Topics include orientation, anatomy, physiology, hygiene, sterilization, first aid, chemistry, basic dermatology, and professional ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of esthetics and meet course requirements.
  
  • COS 120 Esthetics Salon I (6 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 18
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the techniques of esthetics in a comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include client consultation, facials, body treatments, hair removal, make-up applications, and color analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate esthetic services on clients in a salon setting.
  
  • COS 125 Esthetics Concepts II (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers more comprehensive esthetics concepts. Topics include nutrition, business management, makeup, and color analysis. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the advanced esthetics concepts and meet course requirements.
  
  • COS 126 Esthetics Salon II (6 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 18
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course provides experience in a simulated esthetics setting. Topics include machine facials, aromatherapy, massage therapy, electricity, and apparatus. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology licensing examination for Estheticians.
  
  • COS 240 Contemporary Design (2 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites:   and  
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers methods and techniques for contemporary designs. Emphasis is placed on contemporary designs and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and apply techniques associated with contemporary design.
  
  • COS 250 Computerized Salon Ops (1 Credit Hour)


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces computer and salon software. Emphasis is placed on various computer and salon software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize computer skills and software applications in the salon setting.

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJC 100 Basic Law Enforcement Training (19 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 9
    Lab Hours: 30
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the skills and knowledge needed for entry-level employment as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina. Topics are divided into general units of study: legal, patrol duties, law enforcement communications, investigations, practical application and sheriff-specifics. Upon successful completion, the student will be able to demonstrate competence in the topics and areas required for the state comprehensive certification examination. This is a certificate-level course.
  
  • CJC 111 Intro to Criminal Justice (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: ENG 090  and RED 090 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces the components and processes of the criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and philosophy of the criminal justice system and their relationship to life in our society. Upon completion, students should be able to define and describe the major system components and their interrelationships and evaluate career options.
    This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • CJC 112 Criminology (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: RED 090  and ENG 090 
    Corequisites: None
    This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past ‘ present, and future social control initiatives; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response.
  
  • CJC 113 Juvenile Justice (3 Credit Hours)


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
    Prerequisites: RED 090  and ENG 090 
    Corequisites: None
    This course covers the juvenile justice system and related juvenile issues. Topics include an overview of the juvenile justice system, treatment and prevention programs, special areas and laws unique to juveniles, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss juvenile court structure/procedures, function and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing/detention of juveniles, and case disposition.
 

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