2015-16 Virginia Western Academic Catalog 
    
    May 06, 2024  
2015-16 Virginia Western Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Accounting

  
  • ACC 110 - Introduction to Computerized Accounting

    (1 CR)
    Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on the operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • ACC 124 - Payroll Accounting

    (3 CR)
    Presents accounting systems and methods used in computing and recording payroll to include payroll taxes and compliance with federal and state legislation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I

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

    Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes. Focuses on the preparation of accounting information and its use in the operation of organizations, as well as methods of analysis and interpretation of accounting information. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 211 .

    (Spring 2015)

    Introduces accounting principles with respect to cost and managerial accounting. Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 215 - Computerized Accounting

    (3 CR)
    Pre/Corequisite(s): ACC 211  or equivalent.

    Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 221 - Intermediate Accounting I

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 212  or equivalent and BUS 125 .

    Offered in fall semester only.

    Covers accounting principles and theory, including a review of the accounting cycle and accounting for current assets, current liabilities and investments. Introduces various accounting approaches and demonstrates the effect of these approaches on the financial statement users. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 231 - Cost Accounting I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 212  or equivalent.

    Offered in fall semester only.

    Studies cost-accounting methods and reporting as applied to job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems. Includes cost control and other topics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 261 - Principles of Federal Taxation I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 211 .

    Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and related entities. Includes tax planning, compliance and reporting. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Administration of Justice

  
  • ADJ 100 - Survey of Criminal Justice

    (3 CR)
    Fall and Spring

    Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components-law enforcement, judiciary, and corrections. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 105 - The Juvenile Justice System

    (3 CR)
    Fall and Spring

    Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation methods and current trends. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 107 - Survey of Criminology

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the volume and scope of crime; considers a variety of theories developed to explain the causation of crime and criminality. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 120 - Introduction to Courts

    (3 CR)
    Fall and Spring

    Presents an overview of the American judiciary (the federal and 50 state judicial systems) with emphasis on criminal court structures, functions, and personnel; surveys the judicial system in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 130 - Introduction to Criminal Law

    (3 CR)
    Fall Only

    Surveys the general principles of American criminal law, elements of major crimes, and basic steps of prosecution procedure. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 140 - Introduction to Corrections

    (3 CR)
    Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional activities and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 164 - Case Studies in Murder/Violent Crime

    (3 CR)
    Introduces the students to the investigation of murder and other violent crimes by means of classic case studies and, to the extent feasible, local case files. Includes methodology, strategy and tactics, analysis, relevant law, and future trends. Covers evidentiary techniques and technologies with a primary focus on how critical thinking is applied to serious violent crime. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 186 - Forensic Psychology

    (3 CR)
    Introduces student to the constructs of criminal psychology. Introduces the student to the exploration of criminal investigative analysis, VI-CAP, mental disorders and the etiology of certain criminal behaviors. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 227 - Constitutional Law for Justice Personnel

    (3 CR)
    Spring Only

    Surveys the basic guarantees of liberty described in the U.S. Constitution and the historical development of these restrictions on government power, primarily through U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Reviews rights of free speech, press, assembly, as well as criminal procedure guarantees (to counsel, jury trial, habeas corpus, etc.) as they apply to the activities of those in the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 229 - Law Enforcement and the Community

    (3 CR)
    Considers current efforts by law enforcement personnel to achieve an effective working relationship with the community. Surveys and analyzes various interactive approaches of law enforcement agencies and the citizenry they serve. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 232 - Domestic Violence

    (3 CR)
    Surveys historical issues that have affected family violence. Examines current trends in the context of the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 234 - Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the historical and current practices of terrorism that are national, transnational, or domestic in origin. Includes biological, chemical, nuclear, and cyber-terrorism. Teaches the identification and classification of terrorist organizations, violent political groups and issue-oriented militant movements. Examines investigative methods and procedures utilized in counter terrorist efforts domestically and internationally. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 236 - Principles of Criminal Investigation

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Examines crime scene search, collecting, handling and preserving of evidence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 237 - Advanced Criminal Investigation

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ADJ 236  or division approval.

    Introduces specialized tools and scientific aids used in criminal investigation. Applies investigative techniques to specific situations and preparation of trial evidence. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Administrative Support Technology

  
  • AST 101 - Keyboarding I

    (3 CR)
    Teaches the alphanumeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Teaches formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports, and tabulation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 102 - Keyboarding II

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

    Spring Only

    Develops keyboarding and document production skills with emphasis on preparation of specialized business documents. Continues skill building for speed and accuracy. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 107 - Editing/Proofreading Skills

    (3 CR)
    Develops skills essential to creating and editing business documents. Covers grammar, spelling, diction, punctuation, capitalization, and other usage problems. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 113 - Keyboarding for Speed and Accuracy

    (1 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent.

    Focuses on improving keyboarding speed and accuracy through assigned exercises that diagnose problem areas. Emphasizes increased productivity through improved speed and accuracy. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 114 - Keyboarding for Information Processing

    (2 CR)
    Teaches the alphabetic and numeric keys; develops correct techniques and competency in the use of computer keyboards. May include basic correspondence and report formats. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • AST 117 - Keyboarding for Computer Usage

    (1 CR)
    Teaches the alphabetic keyboard and 10-key pad. Develops correct keying techniques in a few short lessons. If you have been using the “two-fingered hunt-and-peck” method, this class is for you. Designed for beginners of all ages. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 141 - Word Processing I (Microsoft® Word)

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent.

    Teaches creating and editing documents, including line and page layouts, columns, fonts, search/replace, cut/ paste, spell/ thesaurus, and advanced editing/formatting features of word processing software. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 154 - Voice Recognition Applications

    (1 CR)
    Teaches the computer user to use the voice as an input device to compose documents and to give commands directly to the computer. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 205 - Business Communications

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

    Teaches techniques of oral and written communications. Emphasizes writing and presenting business-related materials. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 232 - Microcomputer Office Applications

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  and AST 141 .

    Teaches production of business documents using presentations, word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standards. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 236 - Specialized Software Applications Microsoft Office 2013

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

    Spring Only

    Teaches specialized integrated software applications on the microcomputer using web page design and desktop publishing. Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standards. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 238 - Word Processing Advanced Operations

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 141 .

    Teaches advanced word processing features including working with merge files, macros, and graphics; develops competence in the production of complex documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 243 - Office Administration I

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

    Fall Only

    Develops an understanding of the administrative support role and the skills necessary to provide organizational and technical support in a contemporary office setting. Emphasizes the development of critical-thinking, problem-solving, and job performance skills in a business office environment. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 244 - Office Administration II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 243  or equivalent.

    Spring Only

    Enhances skills necessary to provide organizational and technical support in a contemporary office setting. Emphasizes administrative and supervisory role of the office professional. Includes travel and meeting planning, office budgeting and financial procedures, international issues, and career development. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 253 - Advanced Desktop Publishing I Microsoft Office 2013

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent and experience in using a word processing package.

    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Introduces specific desktop publishing software. Teaches document layout and design, fonts, type styles, style sheets, and graphics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 254 - Advanced Desktop Publishing II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 253  or equivalent. Corequisite(s): A laboratory co-requisite (AST 256) may be required.

    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Presents advanced features of desktop publishing software, culminating in the layout and design of complex multi-page documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Agriculture

  
  • AGR 143 - Introduction to Agribusiness and Financial Management

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Introduces agriculture’s importance to society and ways to start a farm or agribusiness. Evaluates forms of business including cooperatives and create financial statements and reports necessary for routine accounting and tax preparation. Utilizes financial tools for decision making, budgets and time value of money. Explores retirement, transition planning, personal financial management, and capital acquisition techniques. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • AGR 242 - Animal Production, Products and Emerging Technologies

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Teaches theoretical and practical science-based animal production and management systems; principles of nutrition, reproduction, economics, and breeding and selection of beef cattle, swine, sheep, poultry, goats, fish and other specialty animal enterprises. Includes management practices, marketing, housing, and mitigation of environmental impacts with emphasis on profitable business enterprises for small to medium sized producers and collaborative opportunities to expand profitability for traditional enterprises. Introduces emerging technologies influencing production practices and new products. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

  
  • AIR 121 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 , MTE 2  and MTE 3  or equivalent. Pre/Corequisite(s): ELE 130  or ELE 133 .

    Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 122 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AIR 121 . Corequisite(s): AIR 238 .

    Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 123 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration III

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AIR 122 .

    Psychometric properties of air, heat load and gain calculation, heated and chilled water systems, duct, design, air distribution and air comfort requirements. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 154 - Heating Systems I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AIR 122  and AIR 238 .

    Introduces types of fuels and their characteristics of combustion; types, components and characteristics of burners, and burner efficiency analyzers. Studies forced air heating systems including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and servicing. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 238 - Advanced Troubleshooting and Service

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ELE 130  or ELE 133 .

    Presents advanced service techniques on wide variety of equipment used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and phases of heating and ventilation and controls. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 281 - Energy Management I

    (3 CR)
    Introduces methodology for residential audits covering heat flow analysis, construction methods and materials. Discusses effects of life styles on energy consumption, conservation and practices, renewable energy sources, calculating cost and savings, interviewing and education techniques. Introduces commercial and industrial energy audits, methodology for the performance of audits covering heat flow analysis, construction methods and materials. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

American Sign Language

  
  • ASL 101 - American Sign Language I

    (3 CR)
    Introduces the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) used by the Deaf Community, including basic vocabulary, syntax, finger-spelling, and grammatical non-manual signals. Focuses on communicative competence. Develops gestural skills as a foundation for ASL enhancement. Introduces cultural knowledge and increases understanding of the Deaf Community. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ASL 102 - American Sign Language II

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

    Introduces the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) used by the Deaf Community, including basic vocabulary, syntax, finger-spelling, and grammatical non-manual signals. Focuses on communicative competence. Develops gestural skills as a foundation for ASL enhancement. Introduces cultural knowledge and increases understanding of the Deaf Community. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ASL 201 - American Sign Language III

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ASL 102 .

    Develops vocabulary, conversational competence, and grammatical knowledge with a total immersion approach. Introduces increasingly complex grammatical aspects including those unique to ASL. Discusses culture and literature. Contact with the Deaf Community is encouraged to enhance linguistic and cultural knowledge. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Architecture

  
  • ARC 100 - Introduction to Architecture

    (3 CR)
    Outlines history and impact of architecture. Emphasizes dynamics and social aspects of architecture and society; focuses on 19th and 20th century architectural forms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ARC 121 - Architectural Drafting I

    (3 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning, and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections, and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details, and pictorial drawings. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ARC 133 - Construction Methodology and Procedures I

    (3 CR)
    Studies materials used in construction of buildings, covering foundations to structural framing systems. Includes appropriate use of materials for various construction types. Includes specification of materials and installation procedures; types of specifications and writing procedures; bidding procedures and, contract documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ARC 221 - Architectural CAD Applications Software I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): CAD 241  

    Teaches the principles and techniques of architectural drawing practices through the use of architecture specific CAD software. Utilizes the commands and features of the software to generate drawings that emphasize architectural design and structural systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

Arts

  
  • ART 101 - History and Appreciation of Art I

    (3 CR)
    Presents history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture, and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ART 102 - History and Appreciation of Art II

    (3 CR)
    Presents history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture, and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ART 121 - Drawing I

    (3 CR)
    Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone, and composition as applied to still life, landscape, and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash, and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 122 - Drawing II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 121 .

    Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone, and composition as applied to still life, landscape, and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash, and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 131 - Fundamentals of Design I

    (3 CR)
    Explores the concepts of two- and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 132 - Fundamentals of Design II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 .

    Explores the concepts of two- and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 140 - Introduction to Graphic Skills

    (3 CR)
    Teaches basic studio skills and concepts. Emphasizes concept development and problem solving using traditional art materials and computer techniques. Uses current graphic software applications. Lecture 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 141 - Typography I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131  and ART 140 .

    Studies the history of letter forms and typefaces and examines their uses in contemporary communications media. Emphasizes applications to specific design problems. Includes identification and specification of type, and uses current technologies for copy fitting and hands-on typesetting problems. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 221 - Drawing III

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 121  and ART 122 .

    Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of drawing as applied to figure, still life, and landscape. Gives additional instruction in composition, modeling, space, and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to drawing. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 222 - Drawing IV

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 221 .

    Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of drawing as applied to figure, still life, and landscape. Gives additional instruction in composition, modeling, space, and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to drawing. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 241 - Painting I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 122  or divisional approval.

    Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 242 - Painting II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 122 , ART 241  or divisional approval.

    Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 243 - Watercolor I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131  or divisional approval.

    Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor, with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique, and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 244 - Watercolor II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 , ART 243  or divisional approval.

    Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor, with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique, and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 247 - Painting Technique for Illustrators

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 -ART 132 ; ART 243  or divisional approval.

    Introduces materials and techniques used by the illustrator. Includes water-soluble paints (watercolor, acrylic, gouache), oil-based paints, and mixed media. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 250 - History of Design

    (3 CR)
    Surveys the development of graphic design and illustration with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Analyzes the work of outstanding designers and illustrators. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ART 251 - Communication Design I

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 -ART 132 , ART 140 , and ART 141 .

    Studies principles of visual communications as applied to advertising in newspapers, magazines, direct mail advertising, house organs, etc.; studies these principles through both print design and web design. Analyzes the influence of contemporary art on design. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 252 - Communication Design II

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 -ART 132 , ART 140 , and ART 141 .

    Studies principles of visual communications as applied to advertising in newspapers, magazines, direct mail advertising, house organs, etc.; studies these principles through both print design and web design. Analyzes the influence of contemporary art on design. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 282 - Graphic Techniques

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 140 , ART 132 , and ART 141 .

    Focuses on using drawing instruments and materials. Introduces printing processes and mechanics of reproduction. Focuses on production and prepress issues as well as various technologies within the printing field. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 283 - Computer Graphics I

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

    Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects, which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 284 - Computer Graphics II

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

    Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects, which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 287 - Portfolio and Resume Preparation

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 141 , ART 251 , ART 282 , and ART 283 .

    Focuses on portfolio preparation, resume writing, and job interviewing for students. Recommended for final semester program students. Requires divisional approval. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

Auto Body

  
  • AUB 115 - Damage Repair Estimating

    (2 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Teaches inspection and estimation of cost to repair collision damage. Emphasizes writing acceptable estimates for insurance companies. Studies practices used by repair shops and insurance adjusters. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AUB 116 - Auto Body Repair

    (4 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Teaches collision straightening procedures and use of equipment, planning repair procedures, disassembly techniques, body fastening systems, glass removal and replacement and panel repair and alignment. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUB 118 - Automotive Paint Preparation

    (4 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Teaches auto body preparation for painting, using the materials, processes, and equipment required to prepare metal and old finishes. Includes sanding, cleaning, solvents, special materials, fillers and primers. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUB 119 - Automotive Painting

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s):
     

    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Teaches theory and application of painting and the use of painting equipment and materials including paints, thinners, primers, rubbing compounds and cleaners. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Automotive

  
  • AUT 101 - Introduction to Automotive Systems

    (4 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Introduces fundamental systems of automobile, the engine fuel, exhaust, electric, ignition, lubrication, cooling, transmission, steering, brake and suspension systems. Teaches theory and function of each system. Demonstrates operation. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
  
  • AUT 126 - Auto Fuel and Ignition Systems

    (5 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): AUT 241 .

    Studies automobile ignition and fuel systems, their functions in operation of engine. Includes carburetors, fuel pumps, ignition systems, troubleshooting, engine test and adjustment, tune-up. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 7 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 165 - Auto Diagnosis and Tune-Up

    (2 CR)
    DUAL ENROLLMENT ONLY

    Presents the techniques for diagnosis of malfunctions in systems of the automobile. Uses dynamometers, oscilloscopes and other specialized diagnostic and testing equipment. Demonstrates tune-up of conventional and rotary engines. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 241 - Automotive Electricity I

    (4 CR)
    Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols, and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments, and gauges and accessories. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 265 - Automotive Braking System

    (4 CR)
    Presents operation, design, construction, repair, and servicing of braking system, including anti-lock brake systems (ABS). Explains uses of tools and test equipment, evaluation of test results, estimation of repair cost for power, standard, and disc brakes. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 266 - Auto Alignment, Suspension and Steering

    (4 CR)
    Introduces use of alignment equipment in diagnosing, adjusting, and repairing front and rear suspensions. Deals with repair and servicing of power and standard steering systems. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 7 hours per week.

Biology

  
  • BIO 1 - Foundations of Biology

    (4 CR)
    Develops a basic understanding of plant and animal form, function, and relationships. Prepares students who have a deficiency in high school biology. May be repeated for credit. Credit is not applicable toward graduation or transfer. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 101 - General Biology I

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , and MTE 5 , and a placement recommendation for ENG 111 , co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 102 - General Biology II

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 .

    Focuses on diversity of life, anatomy and physiology of organisms, and ecosystem organization and processes in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 141 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101  or high school Biology within the past 5 years; an ENG 111  placement recommendation, co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology. Lecture 3 hours per week. Laboratory 3 hours per week. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 141  or equivalent; an ENG 111  placement recommendation, co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology. Lecture 3 hours per week. Laboratory 3 hours per week. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 145 - Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Health Sciences

    (4 CR)
    Introduces human anatomy and physiology primarily to those planning to pursue an AAS degree in nursing or other allied health professions. Covers basic chemical concepts, cellular physiology, as well as the anatomy and physiology of human organ systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 173 - Biology for Biotechnology

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion  of MTE 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, and a placement recommendation for ENG 111, co-enrollment in ENF 3/ENG 111, or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Introduces the student to biological concepts essential to the understanding of biotechnology. Focuses on the structural organization, function, and chemical nature of the cell. Studies cellular processes such as membrane transport, information, processing, reproduction and heredity. Emphasizes laboratory methods of biotechnology. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 205 - General Microbiology

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): One year of college biology and one year of college chemistry or divisional approval; an ENG 111  placement recommendation, co-enrollment in ENF 3 /ENG 111 , or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

    Examines morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, and control of microorganisms. Emphasizes application of microbiological techniques to selected fields. Focuses on human pathogens and the process of pathogenicity. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 206 - Cell Biology

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101  and CHM 111 .

    Introduces the ultrastructure and functions of cells. Emphasizes cell metabolism, cell division, and control of gene expression. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 215 - Plant Life of Virginia

    (3 CR)
    Focuses on identification and ecological relationships of the native plants of Virginia. Emphasizes shrubs, vines, weeds, wildflowers, ferns, and mushrooms. Lecture 2 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 220 - Immunology

    (3 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101  or equivalent and BIO 150, BIO 205  or equivalent.

    Provides students with an in-depth understanding of the mammalian immune system. Students begin with a detailed study of the immune system components and move on to an integrated look at the immune response with respect to clinical applications and human health. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 251 - Protein Applications in Biotechnology

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of BIO 101 or BIO 173 within the last 3 years, and ENG 111.

    Prepares students to understand protein structure and function and teaches the laboratory skills needed to successfully work with proteins. Focuses on levels of protein structure and protein function. Includes common laboratory assays will for protein synthesis, purification, detection, and quantification. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 252 - Nucleic Acid Methods

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of BIO 101 or BIO 173 within the last 3 years, and ENG 111.

    Provides students with advanced laboratory skills needed for employment in the biotechnology industry. Focuses on use of basic and specialized lab equipment and techniques such as solution chemistry, cell culture, DNA extraction and analysis, protein extraction and analysis. Emphasizes lab safety, documentation, quality control, and use of SOPs. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 270 - General Ecology

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 -BIO 102  or division approval.

    Studies interrelationships between organisms and their natural and cultural environments with emphasis on populations, communities, and ecosystems. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • BIO 271 - Introduction to Ecological Systems

    (4 CR)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 .

    Examines the basic biological, meteorological and geologic/ geographic factors at play in determining various critical ecosystems. Emphasis on wetlands and wetlands reconstruction, endangered and threatened species habitats, and aquatic systems. Remote sensing technology and use of GIS in ecological management will be examined. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
 

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