2016-17 Virginia Western Academic Catalog 
    
    May 17, 2024  
2016-17 Virginia Western Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Health Information Management

  
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    HIM 149 - Introduction to Medical Practice Management

    (2 CR)
    Fall Only

    Introduces principles of administrative practice management. Examines patient scheduling, records management, financial systems and other office systems/ procedures. Focuses on the development of organizational and decision-making skills utilized by the practice manager. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 163 - Anatomy and Physiology for Administrative Health Professionals

    (3 CR)


    Prerequisite(s): HLT 143   or HIM 111.

    Introduces the structure and function of the systems of the human body as applied by administrative health professionals.

      Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
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    HIM 190 - Coordinated Internship I

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): All curriculum requirements must be completed. Corequisite(s): HIM 254 .

    Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 226 - Legal Aspects of Health Record Documentation

    (2 CR)
    Presents the legal requirements associated with health record documentation. Emphasizes the policies and procedures concerning the protection of the confidentiality of a patient’s health records. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 230 - Information Systems and Technology in Health Care

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Explores computer technology and system application in health care. Introduces the information systems life cycle. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 233 - Electronic Health Records Management

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 130  and HIM 230 .

    Spring Only

    Studies new trends in management and processing of health information with emphasis on the electronic health record (EHR). Covers the definition, benefits, standards, functionality, confidentiality and security, and impact of the EHR in the healthcare environment. Explores implementation of the EHR including infrastructure required, project management techniques, information technology systems, workflow processes and redesign in various health care settings. Discusses legal issues created by implementation of the EHR. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 249 - Supervision and Management Practices

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): CST 100 , MTE 1  and MTE 2 .

    Spring Only

    Introduces supervision and management principles with emphasis on the application of these principles in the health information setting. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 253 - Health Records Coding

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HLT 143 . Pre/Corequisite(s): HLT 144 .

    Examines the development of coding classification systems. Introduces ICD-9-CM coding classification system, its format and conventions. Stresses basic coding steps and guidelines according to body systems. Provides actual coding exercises in relation to each system covered. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 254 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 253 , HLT 143 , and HLT 144 .

    Stresses advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual medical records. Introduces CPT-4 coding system and guidelines for out-patient/ ambulatory surgery coding. Introduces prospective payment system and its integration with ICD-9-CM coding. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
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    HIM 290 - Coordinated Internship II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): All curriculum requirements must be completed. Departmental approval required.

    Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Variable hours.

History

  
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    HIS 101 - History of Western Civilization I

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Examines the development of western civilization from ancient times to the present. The first semester ends with the seventeenth century; the second semester continues through modern times. Courses may be taken out of sequence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 102 - History of Western Civilization II

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Examines the development of western civilization from ancient times to the present. The first semester ends with the seventeenth century; the second semester continues through modern times. Courses may be taken out of sequence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 111 - History of World Civilization I

    (3 CR)
    Surveys Asian, African, Latin American, and European civilizations from the ancient period to the present. HIS 111 covers ancient times to 1650. HIS 111 and HIS 112  may be taken out of sequence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 112 - History of World Civilization II

    (3 CR)
    Surveys Asian, African, Latin American, and European civilizations from the ancient period to the present. HIS 112 covers 1650 to present. HIS 111  and 112 may be taken out of sequence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 121 - United States History I

    (3 CR)
    Surveys United States history from its beginning to the present. HIS 121 covers America from the 1500s to 1865 and HIS 122  continues the course to present times. Courses may be taken out of sequence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 122 - United States History II

    (3 CR)
    Surveys United States history from its beginning to the present. HIS 121  covers America from the 1500s to 1865 and HIS 122 continues the course to present times. Courses may be taken out of sequence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 141 - African-American History I

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the history of black Americans from their African origins to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 142 - African-American History II

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the history of black Americans from their African origins to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 205 - Local History

    (3 CR)
    Studies the history of the local community and/or region. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 241 - History of Russia I

    (3 CR)
    Surveys history of Russia from earliest times to the present. Includes political, economic, multi-national, social, and cultural aspects of Russian and Soviet history. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 242 - History of Russia II

    (3 CR)
    Surveys history of Russia from earliest times to the present. Includes political, economic, multi-national, social, and cultural aspects of Russian and Soviet history. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 251 - History of Middle East Civilization I

    (3 CR)
    Surveys intellectual, cultural, social, economic and religious patterns in the civilizations of the Middle East. Covers Semitic, Indo-European, and Turkic-speaking peoples from pre- Islamic to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 253 - History of Asian Civilizations I

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the civilizations of Asia from their origins to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 254 - History of Asian Civilizations II

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the civilizations of Asia from their origins to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 269 - Civil War and Reconstruction

    (3 CR)
    Studies factors that led to the division between the States. Examines the war, the home fronts, and the era of Reconstruction. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HIS 279 - Age of the American Revolution

    (3 CR)
    Examines the factors that led to the separation of the American Britain colonies from Great Britain. Covers the Revolutionary War, the problems faced by the revolutionary government, and postwar events that led to the adoption the United States Constitution. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Horticulture

  
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    HRT 110 - Principles of Horticulture

    (3 CR)
    Introduces concepts of plant growth and development. Covers horticultural practices, crops and environmental factors affecting plant growth. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 115 - Plant Propagation

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Teaches principles and practices of plant propagation methods. Examines commercial and home practices. Provides experience in techniques using seed-spores, cuttings, grafting, budding, layering, and division. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 117 - Tools and Equipment

    (2 CR)
    Spring Only

    Introduces tools and equipment used in commercial horticulture. Emphasizes power-operated equipment including spreaders, sprayers, saws and tractors. Stresses safety, maintenance, minor repair and appropriate tool selection. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 201 - Landscape Plants I

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Studies landscape use of plants. Considers ornamental value, growth habit, identification, and limitations. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • HRT 202 - Landscape Plants II

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Studies landscape use of plants. Considers ornamental value, growth habit, identification, and limitations. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 205 - Soils

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Teaches theoretical and practical aspects of soils and other growing media. Examines media components, chemical and physical properties, and soil organisms. Discusses management and conservation. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 207 - Plant Pest Management

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Teaches principles of plant pest management. Covers morphology and life cycles of insects and other small animal pests and plant pathogens. Lab stresses diagnosis, chemical and non-chemical control of specific pests, and pesticide safety. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 226 - Greenhouse Management

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Discusses the theoretical and applied practices of managing a greenhouse facility. Emphasizes greenhouse construction and design, environmental control, energy conservation, and related topics. Discusses fertilization and soils as it relates to greenhouse crop production. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 227 - Professional Landscape Management

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Focuses on basic practices and techniques involving landscape installation and management. Includes development of a year-round management calendar and preparation of bid and contract proposals. Introduces the basic principles of landscape design. Discusses fertilization and soils as it relates to landscape plants. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • HRT 231 - Planting Design I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRT 201 .

    Spring Only

    Applies landscape theory and principles of drawing to the planning of residential and small-scale commercial landscape designs. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 246 - Herbaceous Plants

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Studies identification, culture and uses of herbaceous plants in landscaping. Includes perennials, biennials, common bulbs and annuals. Teaches scientific and common names of plants. Lecture 2 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 269 - Professional Turf Care

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Covers turf grass identification, selection, culture, propagation, and pest control. Surveys commercial turf care operations and use of common equipment. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • HRT 275 - Landscape Construction and Maintenance

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Examines practical applications of commercial landscape construction techniques, and materials used. Covers construction, planting, and maintenance. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • HRT 285 - Management of a Horticultural Business

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Studies the business and selling practices, which relate to wholesale and retail horticultural businesses including garden centers, greenhouses, nurseries, and flower shops. Examines planning and layout, suppliers, merchandising, maintenance, and display of horticultural items. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRT 296 - Training in Arboretum Internship

    (3 CR)
    Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Internship 5 hours per week.

Hotel-Restaurant-Inst Mgmt (Food Service Management)

  
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    HRI 106 - Principles of Culinary Arts I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Placement for ENF 3/ENG 111 or higher, or successful completion of ENF 1 or ENF 2.

    Introduces the fundamental principles of food preparation and basic culinary procedures. Stresses the use of proper culinary procedures combined with food service, proper sanitation, standards of quality for food items that are made, and proper use and care of kitchen equipment. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 119 - Applied Nutrition for Food Service

    (3 CR)
    Studies food composition, nutrition science, and application of nutrition principles by the food service professional. Provides the student with a basic understanding of human nutrition and application of nutrition in the service of commercially prepared meals. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 128 - Principles of Baking

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): HRI 158  

    Instructs the student in the preparation of breads, pastries, baked desserts, candies, frozen confections, and sugar work. Applies scientific principles and techniques of baking. Promotes the knowledge/skills required to prepare baked items, pastries and confections. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 145 - Garde Manger

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 106  and HRI 158 .

    Studies garde manger, the art of decorative cold food preparation and presentation. Provides a detailed practical study of cold food preparation and artistic combination and display of cold foods. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 154 - Principles of Hospitality Management

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Placement for ENF 3/ENG 111 or higher, or successful completion of ENF 1 or ENF 2.

    Presents basic understanding of the hospitality industry by tracing the industry’s growth and development, reviewing the organization and management of lodging, food, and beverage operations, and focusing on industry opportunities and future trends. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 158 - Sanitation and Safety

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Placement for ENF 3/ENG 111 or higher, or successful completion of ENF 1 or ENF 2.

    Covers the moral and legal responsibilities of management to insure a sanitary and safe environment in a food service operation. Emphasizes the causes and prevention of foodborne illnesses in conformity with federal, state and local guidelines. Focuses on OSHA standards in assuring safe working conditions. Lecture 3 hour per week.
  
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    HRI 206 - International Cuisine

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 106 , HRI 158 , HRI 145  and HRI 219 .

    Introduces the concepts of cultural differences and similarities and the preparation of the food specialties of the major geographical areas of the world. Focuses on emerging cuisines as they become popular. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 207 - American Regional Cuisine

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 106 , HRI 158 , HRI 145  and HRI 219 .

    Studies the distinct regional cooking styles of America and its neighbors. Emphasizes the indigenous ingredients as well as the cultural aspect of each region’s cooking style. Includes the preparation of the various regional foods. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 215 - Food Purchasing

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Presents the method and procedures for purchasing food for hotels, restaurants and institutions. Deals with markets, federal and trade grades, governmental regulations, packaging, comparative versions price buying, yields and quality control. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 219 - Stock, Soup, and Sauce Preparation

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 106  and HRI 158 .

    Instructs the student in the preparation of stocks, soups, and sauces. Promotes the knowledge/skills to prepare stocks, soups, and sauces, and to select appropriate uses as meal components. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 220 - Meat, Seafood, and Poultry Preparation

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 106  and HRI 158 .

    Provides the study and preparation of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, and game. Promotes the knowledge/skills required to select appropriate use of these foods as meal components. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 225 - Menu Planning & Dining Room Service

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Covers fundamentals of menu writing, types of menus, layout, design and food merchandising, and interpreting a profit and loss statement as it relates to menu pricing. Analyzes menus for effectiveness. Instructs on proper dining room service, customer seating, and dining room management. Emphasizes use of computer in management of food service operations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 251 - Food and Beverage Cost Control I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 120  or divisional approval.

    Presents methods of pre-cost and pre-control as applied to the menu, purchasing, receiving, storing, issuing, production, sales and service which result in achievement of an operation’s profit potential. Emphasizes both manual and computerized approaches. Lecture 3 hour per week.
  
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    HRI 280 - Principles of Advanced Baking and Pastry

    (3 CR)


    Prerequisite(s): HRI 128 

      Pre/Corequisite(s):  

    HRI 158 .

    Reviews foundation principles of classical and modern baking/pastry methods. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 Hours. Total 5 hours per week.

  
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    HRI 281 - Artisan Breads

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): HRI 280 .

    Provides an integrated study of both classical and modern baking methods. Focuses on craft baking using simple ingredients to create superior products. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 282 - European Tortes and Cakes

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 280 .

    Provides an integrated study of European tortes and cakes. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 283 - Custards and Cremes

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 280 .

    Provides an integrated study of classical and contemporary custards and cremes as menu items and recipe ingredients. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 284 - Specialty, Spa and Plated Desserts

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 280 .

    Provides integrated study of specialty, spa and plated desserts, which possess enhanced value through artistic presentation. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 285 - Chocolate and Sugar Arts

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 280 .

    Focuses on an integrated study of chocolate and sugar as used by the pastry artist to create candies, confections and showpieces. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    HRI 286 - Wedding and Specialty Cakes

    (3 CR)


    Prerequisite(s): HRI 280 .

      Pre/Corequisite(s):  

    HRI 282  and HRI 285 .

    Provides an integrated study of classical and contemporary wedding and specialty cakes. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

  
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    HRI 290 - Coordinated Internship in Hospitality Management

    (2 CR)
    Corequisite(s): SDV 106 .

    Supervises the on-the-job training in selected health agencies, 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.

Human Services

  
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    HMS 226 - Helping Across Cultures

    (3 CR)
    Provides an historical overview of selected cultural and racial groups. Promotes understanding of group differences and the impact on counseling services. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HMS 236 - Gerontology

    (3 CR)
    Examines the process of aging; its implications in relation to health, recreation, education, transportation, meaningful work or activity, and to community resources. Emphasizes experiencing the aging process, facilitating retirement, and application of the helping relationship to work with older adults. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HMS 251 - Substance Abuse I

    (3 CR)
    Provides knowledge, skills, and insight for working in drug and alcohol abuse programs. Emphasizes personal growth and client growth measures in helping relationships. Stresses various methods of individual and group techniques for helping the substance abuser. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HMS 280 - Understanding Serious Mental Illness

    (3 CR)
    Provides an overview of current information about serious and persistent mental illnesses and their treatment. Includes a particular focus on relapse prevention and recovery. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Humanities

  
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    HUM 201 - Survey of Western Culture I

    (3 CR)
    Studies thought, values, and arts of Western culture, integrating major developments in art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy. Covers the following periods: Ancient and Classical, Early Christian and Byzantine, Medieval, and Early Renaissance. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HUM 202 - Survey of Western Culture II

    (3 CR)
    Studies thought, values, and arts of Western culture, integrating major developments in art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy. Covers the following periods: Renaissance, Baroque, Enlightenment, Romantic, and Modern. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    HUM 215 - Native American Culture

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the cultural history of Native (Indian) peoples in the Americas from the pre-Columbian era until the present. Studies history, religion, literature, arts, life-ways and world views which comprise the diverse traditions of Native peoples. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Industrial Engineering Technology

  
  • IND 75 - Industrial Measurements and Conversions

    (1 CR)
    Covers a review of basic arithmetic principles with an intensive application of measurement and calibration devices, such as dial calipers, rulers, and various micrometers. Develops a proficiency for entrance into skilled trades or industrial practices. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • IND 108 - Technical Computer Applications

    (3 CR)
    Develops data entry proficiency for technical application and word processing as applied to technology. Presents an introduction to computer operating systems as related to technical applications. Includes demonstrations of selected technical topics such as CAD, CNC, Graphic illustration I/Os involving PLCs, telecommunications (modems), and process control. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    IND 113 - Materials and Processes in Manufacturing I

    (3 CR)
    Studies materials and processes for the manufacture of products. Investigates the nature of various materials. Examines the manufacturing processes of industry and their effects on materials. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    IND 116 - Applied Technology

    (3 CR)
    Introduces basic information and problem solving techniques in liquids, gases, solids, metrics, mechanics, forces, simple machines, heat, light, sound and nuclear energy as applied in industrial engineering technologies. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    IND 230 - Applied Quality Control

    (3 CR)
    Studies principles of inspection and quality assurance with emphasis on statistical process control. May include the setting up, maintaining, and interpreting of control charts, and review of basic metrology. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 243 - Principles and Applications of Mechatronics

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): MEC 140 .

    Introduces terminology and principles related to Mechatronic system design and application. Integrates concepts of electrical/electronic, mechanical and computer technologies in the development, setup, operation and trouble shooting of automated products and systems. Covers breakdown of various automated manufacturing operations with emphasis on system planning, development and trouble shooting processes. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    IND 250 - Introduction to Basic Computer Integrated Manufacturing

    (3 CR)
    Presents basic principles used in the design and implementation in a computer integrated manufacturing system. Emphasizes team concept and all aspects of a computer integrated manufacturing system to include the following: Robotics, Conveyor Control, Machining Center Integration Quality Control, Statistical Quality Control, and Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) software. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
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    IND 251 - Automated Manufacturing Systems I

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): divisional approval.

    Presents basic principles used in the design and implementation in manufacturing work cells. Includes selection of the robot system, worksite, application cell sensors, development of cycle times, and economic analysis. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
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    IND 290 - Coordinated Internship in Industrial Engineering

    (3 CR)
    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.

Information Technology Design and Database

  
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    ITD 110 - Web Page Design I

    (3 CR)
    Stresses a working knowledge of web site designs, construction, and management using HTML or XHTML. Includes headings, lists, links, images, image maps, tables, forms, and frames. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 112 - Designing Web Page Graphics

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): ITD 110  or divisional approval.

    Fall only

    Explores the creation of digital graphics for web design. Includes basic design elements such as color and layout will be explored utilizing a computer graphics program(s). Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 115 - Web Page Design and Site Management

    (3 CR)
    Explores fundamentals of creating web pages and site management with web editing software. Students will learn techniques of web page design as well as managing the resources required to author and maintain a web site. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 120 - Design Concepts for Mobile Applications

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ITP 140 .

    Provides skills for designing both Web-based and stand-alone applications for wireless devices. Details discussions of the needs for applications including mobile phones and a range of rich hand-held devices such as PDA’s. Emphasizes the importance of usability, accessibility, optimization and performance to create fast-loading business enterprise applications and games. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 130 - Database Fundamentals

    (3 CR)
    Introduces the student to Relational Database and Relational Database theory. Includes planning, defining and using a database; table design, linking and normalization; types of database, database description and definition. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 210 - Web Page Design II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ITD 110  or divisional approval.

    Spring only

    Incorporates advanced techniques in web site planning, design, usability, accessibility, advanced site management, and maintenance utilizing web editor software(s). Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 220 - E-Commerce Administration

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Divisional approval.

    Emphasizes techniques to plan and to design a platform-independent commerce Web site. Focuses on web business strategies, and the hardware and software tools necessary for Internet commerce, including comparison and selection of commerce architecture, installation and configuration, security considerations, and planning of a complete business-to-consumer and business-to-business site. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITD 250 - Database Architecture and Administration

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ITD 130  or divisional approval.

    Fall only

    Involves in-depth instruction about the underlying architecture of databases and the handling of database administration. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Information Technology Essentials

  
  • ITE 105 - Careers and Cyber Ethics

    (2 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Career paths in Information Technology will be explored to help the student determine the appropriate degree plan. Career paths will include but not be limited to software development, computer science, database, networking, system administration and operations, end user support, web design, and management. The student will learn ethical concerns in business and information technology including the ACM Code of Ethics. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
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    ITE 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts

    (3 CR)
    Covers computer concepts and internet skills, and uses a software suite which includes word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software to demonstrate skills. Recommended prerequisite keyboarding skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 116 - Survey of Computer Software Applications

    (2 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Basic keyboarding skills required.

    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Review current business software applications for microcomputers emphasizing comparison of a variety of software packages. Provides experience with multiple operating system commands, database, spreadsheet, word processing and presentation software programs. College students are expected to be competent in the use of computers that will prepare one for enrollment in ITE 115 . Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
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    ITE 119 - Information Literacy

    (3 CR)
    (Spring Only) Presents the information literacy core competencies focusing on the use of information technology skills. Skills and knowledge will be developed in database searching, computer applications, information security and privacy, and intellectual property issues. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 126 - Operating System Fundamentals

    (2 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Includes instruction in commonly used internal and external commands including the use of subdirectories and creating basic batch files. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
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    ITE 140 - Spreadsheet Software

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ITE 115  

    Covers the use of spreadsheet software to create spreadsheets with formatted cells and cell ranges, control pages, multiple sheets, charts, and macros. Topics include type and edit text in a cell, enter data on multiple worksheets, work with formulas and functions, create charts, pivot tables, and styles, insert headers and footers, and filter data. Covers MOS Excel objectives. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
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    ITE 141 - Microcomputer Software: Spreadsheets

    (1 CR)
    Summer Only

    Provides first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of spreadsheet software using the basic of building spreadsheets. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • ITE 170 - Multimedia Software

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Explores technical fundamentals of creating multimedia projects with related hardware and software. Students will learn to manage resources required for multimedia production and evaluation and techniques for selection of graphics and multimedia software. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 180 - Help Desk Support Skills

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Emphasizes instruction in customer support techniques required for analyzing and coordinating software and hardware solutions for end-user needs. Includes evaluation and communication techniques required to provide help desk support necessary to transfer knowledge and enable implementation of a solution. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 182 - User Support/Help Desk Principles

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Introduces a variety of tools and techniques that are used to provide user support in help desk operations. Includes help desk concepts, customer service skills, troubleshooting problems, writing for end users, help desk operations, and software, needs analysis, facilities management, and other related topics related to end user support. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Information Technology Networking

  
  • ITN 101 - Introduction to Network Concepts

    (4 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Provides instruction in networking media, physical and logical topologies, common networking standards and popular networking protocols. Emphasizes the TCP/IP protocol suite and related IP addressing schemes, including CIDR. Includes selected topics in network implementation, support and LAN/WAN connectivity. Maps to CompTIA’s Network+ certification. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 107 - Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting

    (3 CR)
    ETR 113  will substitute for ITN 107. Includes specially designed instruction to give a student a basic knowledge of hardware and software configurations. Includes the installation of various peripheral devices as well as basic system hardware components. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • Course Outline

    ITN 109 - Internet and Network Foundation

    (3 CR)
    Provides a basic comprehension of Internet and network technologies including IT job roles, connection methods, TCP/ IP functionality and DNS. Explores web server technologies with security and project management concepts. Introduces network creation, physical and logical topologies including media properties, server types, IP addressing and network security. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • Course Outline

    ITN 110 - Client Operating System (Windows 8)

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): ITN 109   or TEL 150 

    Introduces an overview of instruction in installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of Client Operating System (Windows 8) in a networked data communications environment. Lecture 3 hours per week.
 

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