2015-16 Virginia Western Academic Catalog 
    
    May 19, 2024  
2015-16 Virginia Western Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Geographic Information Systems

  
  • GIS 102 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 101 .

    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Continues with the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. Covers additional concepts of geographic location and problem solving by using GIS and GPS units in demonstrating solutions to cross-curricular applications of the technology. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • GIS 200 - Geographical Information Systems I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): EGR 216  or ITE 115  or equivalent and MTE 1 , MTE 2  and MTE 3 , or divisional approval.

    Offered Only through SSDL

    Provides hands-on introduction to a dynamic desktop GIS (Geographic Information System). Introduces the components of a desktop GIS and their functionality. Emphasizes manipulation of data for the purpose of analysis, presentation, and decision-making. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • GIS 201 - Geographical Information Systems II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): GIS 200 .

    Offered Only through SSDL

    Provides a continuation of GIS 200 , with emphasis on advanced topics in problem-solving, decision-making, modeling, programming, and data management. Covers map projections and data formats, and methods for solving the problems they create. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

Health

  
  • HLT 100 - First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

    (3 CR)
    Focuses on the principles and techniques of safety, first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 105 - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

    (1 CR)
    Equivalent to EMS 100 . Provides training in coordinated mouth-to-mouth artificial ventilation and chest compression, choking, life-threatening emergencies, and sudden illness. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • HLT 106 - First Aid and Safety

    (2 CR)
    Focuses on the principles and techniques of safety and first aid. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 110 - Concepts of Personal and Community Health

    (1-2 CR)
    Studies the concepts related to the maintenance of health, safety, and the prevention of illness at the personal and community level. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 2-3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 116 - Introduction to Personal Wellness Concepts

    (2 CR)
    Introduces students to the dimensions of wellness including the physical, emotional, environmental, spiritual, occupational, and social components. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 125 - Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise Science

    (3 CR)
    Presents basic principles of human anatomy and physiology including the body structure, systems and functions. The course provides a foundation to build and apply concepts in the study of Exercise Science, Group Fitness, Personal Training and related fitness studies. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 135 - Child Health and Nutrition

    (3 CR)
    Focuses on the physical needs of the preschool child and the methods by which these are met. Emphasizes health routines, hygiene, nutrition, feeding and clothing habits, childhood diseases, and safety as they relate to health, growth, and development. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 138 - Principles of Nutrition

    (2 CR)
    Studies nutrient components of food, including carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water. Provides a behavioral approach to nutrient guidelines for the development and maintenance of optimum wellness. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 141 - Introduction to Medical Terminology

    (1 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the AAS Nursing program.

    Focuses on medical terminology for students preparing for careers in the health professions. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • HLT 143 - Medical Terminology I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): A placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Provides an understanding of medical abbreviations and terms. Includes the study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems, and technical terms with emphasis on proper spelling, pronunciation, and usage. Emphasizes more complex skills and techniques in understanding medical terminology. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 144 - Medical Terminology II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of HLT 143 .

    Provides an understanding of medical abbreviations and terms. Includes the study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems, and technical terms with emphasis on proper spelling, pronunciation, and usage. Emphasizes more complex skills and techniques in understanding medical terminology. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 145 - Ethics for Health Care Personnel

    (2 CR)
    Focuses on ethical concepts of health care. Emphasizes confidentiality, maintaining patient records, personal appearance, professionalism with patients/ clients, associates, and an awareness of health care facilities. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 206 - Exercise Science

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 1  and MTE 2 , HLT 125 .

    Surveys scientific principles, methodologies, and research as applied to exercise and physical fitness. Emphasizes physiological responses and adaptations to exercise. Addresses basic elements of kinesiology, biomechanics, and motor learning. Presents an introduction to the physical fitness industry. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 208 - Fitness and Exercise Training

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HLT 100 ; MTE 1  and MTE 2 .

    Introduces techniques for conducting physical fitness assessments and includes an introduction to electrocardiography. Emphasizes tests of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, joint flexibility, body composition, and pulmonary capacity. Emphasizes the safety guidelines and precautions used in testing. Covers equipment use and maintenance. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 217 - Exercise and Nutrition for Behavioral Change

    (3 CR)
    Studies the principles of behavioral change. Applies the stages of change as it relates to motivation in the fitness and nutrition industry. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 230 - Principles of Nutrition and Human Development

    (3 CR)
    Teaches the relationship between nutrition and human development. Emphasizes nutrients, balanced diet, weight control, and the nutritional needs of an individual. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 240 - Consumer Health Education

    (3 CR)
    Focuses on health fads, myths, misunderstandings, quackeries, deceptions, and fraudulent health practices. Includes selecting and purchasing health products, services, consumer protections, and in the planning and financing of medical care. This course is approved to meet the HLT/PED requirement. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HLT 290 - Coordinated Internship

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HLT 125 , HLT 100 , HLT 206 , HIM 249 , HLT 217 , MTE 1  and MTE 2 .

    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.

Health Information Management

  
  • HIM 111 - Medical Terminology I

    (3 CR)
    Introduces the student to the language used in the health record. Includes a system-by-system review of anatomical disease, and operative terms, abbreviations, radiography procedures, laboratory tests, and pharmacology terms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HIM 130 - Healthcare Information Systems

    (3 CR)
    Fall only

    Teaches basic concepts of microcomputer software (to include operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications). Focuses on microcomputer applications and information systems in the Healthcare environment. Provides a working introduction to electronic health information systems for allied health, teaching students how the adoption of electronic health records affects them as future healthcare professionals. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HIS 205 - Local History

    (3 CR)
    Studies the history of the local community and/or region. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HIS 267 - The Second World War

    (3 CR)
    Examines causes and consequences of the Second World War. Includes the rise of totalitarianism, American neutrality, military developments, the home fronts, diplomacy, and the decision to use the atomic bomb. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 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.
  
  • HRT 207 - Plant Pest Management

    (3 CR)
    Fall 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.
  
  • HRT 227 - Professional Landscape Management

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Focuses on basic practices and techniques involving landscape management. Includes development of a year-round management calendar and preparation of bid and contract proposals. 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HRT 296 - Training in Arboretum Internship

    (2 CR)
    Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Internship 4 hours per week.

Hotel-Restaurant-Inst Mgmt (Food Service Management)

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HRI 215 - Food Purchasing

    (3 CR)
    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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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)
    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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HRI 280 - Principles of Advanced Baking and Pastry

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): HRI 158  and HRI 128  or equivalent.

    Reviews foundation principles of classical and modern baking/pastry methods. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 Hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 281 - Artisan Breads

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HRI 286 - Wedding and Specialty Cakes

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

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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

  
  • 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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