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Information Technology Networking |
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Course Outline ITN 111 - Server Administration (Windows Server 2012) (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITN 109 or TEL 150 .
Spring only
Covers basic instruction in various network protocols, name resolution services, remote access, security, and print installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Server Administration software(Windows Server 2012) in an Active Directory domain environment. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITN 170 - Linux System Administration (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITN 109 or TEL 150 .
Spring only
Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation. 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITN 195 - Topics in Network Scripting (1 CR)
Summer Only
Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. Introduces the use of scripting languages to write simple network and/or database scripts. Topics include variable declarations, program control structures, looping, input validation, bounds checking, and boolean constructs. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline ITN 260 - Network Security Basics (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITN 109 or TEL 150 .
Fall and Summer only
Provides instruction in the basics of network security in depth. Includes security objectives, security architecture, security models and security layers; risk management, network security policy, and security training. Includes the give security keys, confidentiality integrity, availability, accountability and auditability. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITN 260 , ITN 267
Fall only
Encompasses in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the viewpoint hackers and their attack methodologies. Includes topics about hackers, attacks, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) malicious code, computer crime and industrial espionage. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): TEL 151 .
Corequisite(s):
ITN 260 .
Covers an in-depth exploration of various communication protocols with a concentration on TCP/IP. Explores communication protocols from the point of view of the hacker in order to highlight protocol weaknesses. Includes Internet architecture, routing, addressing, topology, fragmentation and protocol analysis, and the use of various utilities to explore TCP/IP. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITN 266 - Network Security Layers (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITN 260
Fall only
Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores Network Security from the viewpoint of the environment in which the network operates and the necessity to secure that environment to lower the security risk to the network. Includes physical security, personnel security, operating system security, software security and database security. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITN 267 - Legal Topics in Network Security (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITN 260
Fall only
Conveys an in-depth exploration of the civil and common law issues that apply to network security. Explores statutes, jurisdictional, and constitutional issues related to computer crimes and privacy. Includes rules of evidence, seizure and evidence handling, court presentation and computer privacy in the digital age. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Information Technology Programming |
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Course Outline ITP 100 - Software Design (3 CR)
Introduces principles and practices of software development. Includes instruction in critical thinking, problem solving skills, and essential programming logic in structured and object-oriented design using contemporary tools. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITP 120 - Java Programming I (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 or divisional approval.
Spring only for our students
Entails instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Java. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of console and graphical user interface applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITP 140 - Client Side Scripting (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITD 110 and ITP 100 or divisional approval.
Provides instruction in fundamentals of Internet application design, development, and deployment using client side scripting language(s). Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ITP 160 - Introduction to Game Design & Development (3 CR)
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Introduces object-oriented game design and development. Provides overview of the electronic game design and development process and underlines the historical context, content creation strategies, game careers, and future trends in the industry. Utilizes a game language environment to introduce game design, object-oriented paradigms, software design, software development and product testing. Teaches skills of writing a game design document and creating a game with several levels and objects. Integrate 2D animations, 3D models, sound effects, and background music as well as graphic backgrounds. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITP 170 - Project Management (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Divisional approval.
Introduces the concepts of project management as defined by the Project Management Institute, the accreditation body for project management. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITP 220 - Java Programming II (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITP 120 . Pre/Corequisite(s): ITD 130 .
Fall only
Imparts instruction in application of advanced object-oriented techniques to application development using Java. Emphasizes database connectivity, inner classes, collection classes, networking, and threads. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITP 225 - Web Scripting Languages (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITD 110 , ITP 100 and ITP 140 or divisional approval.
Introduces students to the principles, systems, and tools used to implement Web applications. Provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the programming tools and skills required to build and maintain interactive Web sites. Students will develop Web applications utilizing client-side and server-side scripting languages along with auxiliary tools needed for complete applications. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline ITP 246 - Java-Server Side Programming (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ITP 220 or divisional approval.
Spring only
Provides instruction in application and integration of web-based clients and server-side Java to three-tier business applications. Includes us of tools UML, XML, Java servlets, JSPs and JDBC database access. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Latin |
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Course Outline LAT 101 - Elementary Latin I (3 CR)
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Teaches Latin grammar and composition. Introduces the translation of Latin literature, with special selections from Caesar and other writers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LAT 102 - Elementary Latin II (3 CR)
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Teaches Latin grammar and composition. Introduces the translation of Latin literature, with special selections from Caesar and other writers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LAT 201 - Intermediate Latin I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): two years high school Latin or one year college Latin.
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Introduces the reading of classical Latin with a review of Latin grammar, forms, and syntax. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LAT 202 - Intermediate Latin II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): two years high school Latin or one year college Latin.
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Introduces the reading of classical Latin with a review of Latin grammar, forms, and syntax. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Legal Administration |
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Course Outline LGL 110 - Introduction to Law and the Paralegal (3 CR)
Introduces various areas of law in which a paralegal may be employed. Includes study of the court system (Virginia and federal); a brief overview of criminal law, torts, family law, evidence, the U.C.C., contracts, and ethics; the role of the paralegal; and other areas of interest. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 115 - Real Estate Law for Legal Assistants (3 CR)
Studies law of real property and gives in-depth survey of more common types of real estate transactions and conveyances such as deeds, contracts, leases, and deeds of trust. Focuses on drafting these various instruments and studies the system of recording and search of public documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 117 - Family Law (3 CR)
Studies elements of a valid marriage, grounds for divorce and annulment, separation, defenses, custody, support, adoptions, and applicable tax consequences. Includes property settlement agreements, pre- and ante-nuptial agreements, pleadings, and rules of procedure. May include specific federal and Virginia consumer laws. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 125 - Legal Research (3 CR)
Corequisite(s): LGL 126 .
Provides an understanding of various components of a law library, and emphasizes research skills through the use of digests, encyclopedias, reporter systems, codes, citations, ALR, and other research tools. May include research through electronic databases, overview of computer applications, and writing projects. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 126 - Legal Writing (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): ENG 111 or divisional approval. Corequisite(s): LGL 125 .
Studies proper preparation of various legal documents, including legal memoranda, letters, and pleadings. Involves practical applications. May include case and appellate briefs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 130 - Law Office Administration and Management (3 CR)
Introduces management principles and systems applicable to law firms, including record keeping, disbursements, escrow accounts, billing, and purchasing. May include accounting methods and software packages applicable to law firms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 210 - Virginia and Federal Procedure (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Examines the rules of procedure in the Virginia and federal court systems, including the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Rules of Practice and Procedure in the District Courts, Circuit Courts, Virginia Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of Virginia. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 215 - Torts (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Studies fundamental principles of the law of torts and may include preparation and use of pleadings and other documents involved in the trial of a civil action. Emphasizes intentional torts, negligence, personal injury, products liability, and malpractice cases. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 216 - Trial Preparation and Discovery Practice (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Examines the trial process, including the preparation of a trial notebook, pretrial motions, and orders. May include the preparation of interrogatories, depositions, and other discovery tools used in assembling evidence in preparation for trial or an administrative hearing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 218 - Criminal Law (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Focuses on major crimes, including their classification, elements of proof, intent, conspiracy, responsibility, parties, and defenses. Emphasizes Virginia Law. May include general principles of applicable constitutional law and criminal procedures. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 225 - Estate Planning and Probate (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Introduces various devices used to plan an estate, including wills, trusts, joint ownership and insurance. Considers various plans in light of family situations and estate objectives. Focuses on practices involving administration of an estate, including taxes and preparation of forms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 230 - Legal Transactions (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Presents an in-depth study of general contract law, including formation, breach, enforcement, and remedies. May include an overview of the Uniform Commercial Code sales, commercial paper, and collections. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 235 - Legal Aspects of Business Organizations (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Studies the fundamental principles of agency law and the formation of business organizations. Includes sole proprietorship, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, and other business entities. Reviews preparation of the documents necessary for the organization and operation of businesses. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline LGL 238 - Bankruptcy (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all 100 level LGL courses or divisional approval.
Provides a practical understanding of non-bankruptcy alternatives and the laws of bankruptcy including Chapters 7, 11, 12 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. Emphasis will be placed on preparing petitions, schedules, statements and other forms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Machine Technology |
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MAC 131 - Machine Lab I (3 CR)
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Teaches fundamental machine shop operations, bench work, layout, measuring tools, and safety. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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MAC 161 - Machine Shop Practices I (3 CR)
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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Marketing |
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Course Outline MKT 201 - Introduction to Marketing (3 CR)
Introduces students to the discipline of marketing and the need to create customer value and relationships in the marketplace. Presents an overview of the marketing principles and management strategies, along with the analytical tools used by organizations in the creation of a marketing plan. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MKT 215 - Sales and Marketing Management (3 CR)
Fall Only
Emphasizes the relationship of professional sales skills and marketing management techniques. Demonstrates the use of the Internet to enhance marketing. Studies legal and ethical considerations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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MKT 228 - Promotion (3 CR)
Spring Only
Presents an overview of integrated marketing communications through advertising, public relations, personal selling and sales promotion. Focuses on coordinating these activities into an effective campaign to promote sales for a particular product, business, institution or industry. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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MKT 284 - Social Media Marketing (3 CR)
Fall Only
Surveys the use of social networks and online communities such as blogs, wikis, virtual events that allow companies to expand their interaction with customers and develop relationships with collaborative communities. Emphasizes the ongoing transformation of the way companies adjust their marketing plans to improve interaction with customers online. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Math Essentials |
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Course Outline MTE 1 - Operations with Positive Fractions (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2140 or a qualifying placement score.
Includes operations and problem solving with proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers without the use of a calculator. Emphasizes applications and includes U. S. customary units of measure. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 2 - Operations with Positive Decimals and Percents (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 or qualifying placement score.
Includes operations and problem solving with positive decimals and percents. Emphasizes applications and includes U. S. customary and metric units of measure. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 3 - Algebra Basics (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 2 or qualifying placement score.
Includes basic operations with algebraic expressions and solving simple algebraic equations using signed numbers with emphasis on applications. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 4 - First Degree Equations and Inequalities in One Variable (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 3 or qualifying placement score.
Includes solving first degree equations and inequalities containing one variable, and using them to solve application problems. Emphasizes applications and problem solving. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 5 - Linear Equations, Inequalities and Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 4 or qualifying placement score.
Includes finding the equation of a line, graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables and solving systems of two linear equations. Emphasizes writing and graphing equations using the slope of the line and points on the line, and applications. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 6 - Exponents, Factoring and Polynomial Equations (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 5 or qualifying placement score.
The student will learn to perform operations on exponential expressions and polynomials. Students will also learn techniques to factor polynomials and use these techniques to solve polynomial equations. Emphasis should be on learning all the different factoring methods, and solving application problems using polynomial equations. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 7 - Rational Expressions and Equations (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 6 or qualifying placement score.
Includes simplifying rational algebraic expressions, solving rational algebraic equations and solving applications that use rational algebraic equations. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 8 - Rational Exponents and Radicals (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 7 or qualifying placement score.
Includes simplifying radical expressions, using rational exponents, solving radical equations and solving applications using radical equations. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTE 9 - Functions, Quadratic Equations and Parabolas (1 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 8 or qualifying placement score.
Includes an introduction to functions in ordered pair, graph, and equation form. Also introduces quadratic functions, their properties and their graphs. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. Credit for this course can be received by completing the appropriate MTT course. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Mathematics |
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Course Outline MTH 115 - Technical Mathematics I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 and MTE 6 or a placement recommendation for MTH 115 or MTH 116 or equivalent.
Presents algebra through exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, vectors, analytic geometry, and complex numbers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 116 - Technical Mathematics II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 and MTE 6 or a placement recommendation for MTH 115 or MTH 116 or equivalent.
Presents algebra through exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, vectors, analytic geometry, and complex numbers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 120 - Introduction to Mathematics (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , and MTE 3 or a placement recommendation for MTH 120 or equivalent.
Introduces number systems, logic, basic algebra, and descriptive statistics. Intended for occupational/technical programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 151 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , and MTE 5 or a placement recommendation for MTH 151 or equivalent.
Presents topics in sets, logic, numeration systems, geometric systems, and elementary computer concepts. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 152 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , and MTE 5 or a placement recommendation for MTH 152 or equivalent.
Presents topics in functions, combinatorics, probability, statistics and algebraic systems. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 157 - Elementary Statistics (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 and MTE 5 or a placement recommendation for MTH 157 or equivalent.
Presents elementary statistical methods and concepts including descriptive statistics, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear regression, and categorical data analysis. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 157 and MTH 241 Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 163 - Pre-Calculus I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 , MTE 6 , MTE 7 , MTE 8 and MTE 9 or a placement recommendation for MTH 163 or equivalent.
Students planning to transfer to Virginia Tech may need to take MTH 166 in place of MTH 163.
Presents college algebra, matrices, and algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 163 and MTH 166 . Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 166 - Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 , MTE 6 , MTE 7 , MTE 8 and MTE 9 or a placement recommendation for MTH 166 or equivalent.
Presents college algebra, analytic geometry, trigonometry, and algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 163 and MTH 166. Lecture 5 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 173 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MTH 166 with a grade of C or better; or a placement recommendation for MTH 173 and four units of high school mathematics including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry and Trigonometry or equivalent.
(Credit will not be awarded for more than one of MTH 173, MTH 175, or MTH 271 .)
Presents analytic geometry and the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including the study of limits derivatives, differentials, and introduction to integration along with their applications. Designed for mathematics, physical and engineering science programs. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 174 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MTH 173 with a grade of C or better. (Credit will not be awarded for more than one of MTH 174, MTH 176, or MTH 272 .)
Continues the study of analytic geometry and the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar and parametric. Graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration, and power series along with applications. Designed for mathematics, physical and engineering science programs. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 177 - Introductory Linear Algebra (2 CR)
Corequisite(s): MTH 173 or equivalent.
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Covers matrices, vector spaces, determinants, solutions of systems of linear equations, and Eigen values. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 193 - Studies in Mathematics (1 CR)
Introduces vectors in two and three space as well as solving systems of equations using matrices. Vectors will be studied in a geometric sense as well as an algebraic sense. This course is designed to prepare students to use vectors and matrices in physics as well as engineering classes. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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Course Outline MTH 241 - Statistics I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 163 or MTH 166 or a placement recommendation for MTH 241 or equivalent.
Covers descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Uses a computer package to solve case studies. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 242 - Statistics II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 241 or equivalent.
Continues the study of estimation and hypothesis testing with emphasis on correlation and regression, analysis of variance, chi-square test, and non-parametric methods. Presents linear programming, network theory, project scheduling, and other quantitative applications. Uses a computer package to solve case studies. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 271 - Applied Calculus I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MTH 163 or MTH 166 with a grade of C or better; or a placement recommendation for MTH 271.
Presents limits, continuity, differentiation of Algebraic and transcendental functions with applications, and an introduction to integration. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 272 - Applied Calculus II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MTH 271 with a C or better.
Covers techniques of integration, multivariable calculus, and an introduction to differential equations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 277 - Vector Calculus (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Succesful completion of MTH 174 with a grade of C or better.
Presents vector valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, infinite series, and topics from the calculus of vectors. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 285 - Linear Algebra (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 174 or equivalent.
Covers matrices, vector spaces, determinants, solutions of systems of linear equations, basis and dimension, Eigen values, and Eigen vectors. Designed for mathematical, physical and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 287 - Mathematical Structures (3 CR)
Corequisite(s): MTH 174 or equivalent.
Presents topics in mathematical structures of value to students majoring in Computer Science or other disciplines requiring programming skills. Covers logic, set theory, number theory, combinatorics, functions, relations, and graph theory. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MTH 291 - Differential Equations (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 285 . Corequisite(s): MTH 277 .
Introduces first order differential equations, linear differential equations, numerical methods, and applications. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hour per week.
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Mechanical Engineering Technology |
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MEC 113 - Materials and Processes of Industry (3 CR)
Studies engineering materials and accompanying industrial manufacturing processes. Investigates nature of materials structure and properties from a design standpoint. Analyzes the effects of the various processes on materials and the process themselves. Includes machining, casting, forming, molding, hot/cold working, chipless machining, and welding. Addresses quality assurance and inspection procedures. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEC 119 - Introduction to Basic CNC and CAM (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2 and MTE 3 or divisional approval.
Teaches the basic concepts of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming of Numerical Control Machinery with emphasis on Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)/ Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). Program writing procedures will be based on using the following: basic G-code programming language for CNC machinery, CAD/CAM programming systems to produce correct code for CNC Machinery, basic computer usage, CAD/CAM integration, and Code-to machine transfer via Distributive Numeric Control (DNC). Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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MEC 131 - Mechanics I - Statics for Engineering Technology (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 115 or equivalent. Corequisite(s): MTH 116 or equivalent.
Teaches Newton’s laws, resultants and equilibrium of force systems, trusses and frames, determination of centroids, and distributed loads and moments of inertia. Introduces dry friction and force systems in space. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEC 132 - Mechanics II - Strength of Materials for Engineering Technology (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MEC 131 .
Teaches the concepts of stress and strain. Provides an analysis of stresses and deformations in loaded members, connectors, shafts, beams, columns, and combined stress. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEC 140 - Introduction to Mechatronics (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): divisional approval.
Presents foundational concepts in mechatronics including analog and digital electronics, sensors, actuators, microprocessors, and microprocessor interfacing to electromechanical systems. Surveys components and measurement equipment used in the design, installation, and repair of mechatronic equipment and circuits. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEC 155 - Mechanisms (2 CR)
Studies the purpose and actions of cams, gear trains, levers, and other mechanical devices used to transmit control. Focuses on motions, linkages, velocities, and acceleration of points within a link mechanism; layout method for designing cams and gear grain. Requires preparation of weekly laboratory reports. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEC 162 - Applied Hydraulics and Pneumatics (3 CR)
Introduces hydraulic and pneumatic systems found in construction equipment, road vehicles, and farm equipment. Includes the basic theory, construction, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic power systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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MEC 211 - Machine Design I (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MEC 132
Introduces analytical design of bearings, clutches, coupling, brakes, springs, gearing systems, and power shafting. Emphasizes methods of construction, machine parts and specifications of materials, and manufacturing processes. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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Medical Laboratory |
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Course Outline MDL 105 - Phlebotomy (3 CR)
Introduces basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. Teaches techniques of specimen collection, specimen handling, and patient interactions. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 106 - Clinical Phlebotomy (4 CR)
Focuses on obtaining blood specimens, processing specimens, managing assignments, assisting with and/or performing specified tests, performing clerical duties and maintaining professional communication. Provides supervised learning in college laboratory/and or cooperating agencies. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 125 - Clinical Hematology I (3 CR)
Spring Only
Teaches the cellular elements of blood including blood cell formation, and routine hematological procedures. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 126 - Clinical Immunohematology/Immunology I (4 CR)
Spring Only
Incorporates basic principles of antigen and antibody reactions included in blood grouping and typing, compatibility testing, and serological procedure. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 140 - Clinical Urinalysis (2 CR)
Spring Only
Focuses on urinalysis studies including physical and chemical properties, microscopic techniques. Emphasizes the significance of abnormal results. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 190 - Coordinated Internship in Medical Laboratory (3 CR)
Supervises on-the-job training in medical laboratory service firms coordinated by the college. Laboratory 6 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 215 - Immunology (2 CR)
Spring Only
Presents the physiological basis of humoral and cell mediated immunity, including the medical and clinical laboratory application of immunological principles. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 225 - Clinical Hematology II (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MDL 125
Fall Only
Teaches advanced study of blood to include coagulation, abnormal bloody formation, and changes seen in various diseases. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 227 - Clinical Immunohematology/Immunology II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MDL 126
Fall Only
Emphasizes ability to apply theories and procedures utilized in immunohematology for routine transfusion and donor services. Correlates theories with practical application in order to assess cellular and immune mechanisms in specific disease states. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 7 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 236 - Parasitology and Virology (2 CR)
Spring Only
Teaches identification of the common parasites affecting man. Stresses methods of isolation and identification. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 237 - Clinical Bacteriology (4 CR)
Spring Only
Teaches handling, isolation, and identification of pathologic bacteria. Emphasizes clinical techniques and associate bacteria with clinical symptoms. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 260 - Laboratory Instrumentation (2 CR)
Spring Only
Teaches the theory, principles of operation, methodologies, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the more common instrumentation used in the clinical laboratory. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 261 - Clinical Chemistry & Instrumentation I (4 CR)
Fall Only
Introduces methods of performing biochemical analysis of clinical specimens. Teaches instrumentation involved in a clinical chemistry laboratory, quality control, and the ability to recognize technical problems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 262 - Clinical Chemistry & Instrumentation II (4 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MDL 261
Spring Only
Introduces methods of performing biochemical analysis of clinical specimens. Teaches instrumentation involved in a clinical chemistry laboratory, quality control, and the ability to recognize technical problems. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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Course Outline MDL 290 - Coordinated Internship in Medical Laboratory Technology (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all MDL Program-related courses with a grade of “C” or better.
Summer Only
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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Course Outline MEN 100 - Introduction to Mental Health (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.
Fall Only
Surveys history of mental health from ancient to contemporary times, with special emphasis on impact of the psychoanalytic, humanistic, and behavioral movements in the treatment of mental illness. Includes examination of structure and functions of human service delivery systems, knowledge and skills of mental health workers, and current ethical and legal issues. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEN 101 - Mental Health Skills Training I (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.
Fall Only
Develops skills necessary to function as a mental health worker, with emphasis on guided practice in counseling skills as well as improved self-awareness. Includes training in problem solving, goal-setting, and implementation of appropriate strategies and evaluation techniques relating to interaction involving a variety of client needs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEN 102 - Mental Health Skills Training II (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MEN 101 .
Spring Only
Develops skills necessary to function as a mental health worker, with emphasis on guided practice in counseling skills as well as improved self-awareness. Includes training in problem solving, goal-setting, and implementation of appropriate strategies and evaluation techniques relating to interaction involving a variety of client needs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEN 121 - Intellectual Disabilities I (3 CR)
Explores current problems and social, cultural and legal issues involved in therapeutic interventions for understanding and programs relating to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEN 221 - Group Process I (3 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MEN 101 -MEN 102 .
Fall Only
Studies the stages of group development, role of the group leader, and contemporary models of group counseling utilized in mental health counseling. Includes experiential training in group leadership. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEN 225 - Counseling Therapy (3 CR)
Pre/Corequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.
Spring Only
Studies various models of counseling theories and appropriate application of counseling techniques in the helping profession. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Course Outline MEN 290 - Coordinated Practice in Mental Health (5 CR)
Prerequisite(s): MEN 100 , MEN 101 , and MEN 102 , or divisional approval.
Provides supervised experience in a community mental health/ human services agency. Students will spend 2 hours per week in a seminar class and a total of 180 hours at the placement site. Arrangements for placement are made the semester prior to the one in which the student actually takes the class. Contact the Internship Coordinator in March to make plans for a fall or summer semester placement or in October to plan for a spring semester placement.
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MTS 120 - Introduction to Motorsports Technology (3 CR)
DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY
Introduces the student to a survey of the Motorsports Industry. Explores the student to a broad overview of the industry, terminology and technology associated with developing a competition racecar. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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