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Fall 2011 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 
Students should consult an academic advisor when selecting courses to satisfy program requirements. Program Core Curricula require a combination of specific courses and elective courses. Click for details about how to select course that will Satisfy Core Electives . Click for a listing of the current SUNY General Education Requirements .
 

Biology
  

  • BIOL 161 - Biology of Human Sexuality

    3 credits
    An exploration of: anatomy and physiology of reproduction; sexual behavior; sexual development; hormonal system; prenatal development; birth control; variation and deviations; disorders; and current research in human sexuality. Course includes group discussions and projects.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: Any biology background.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • BIOL 201 - Pharmacology (Respiratory Care)

    3 credits
    Fundamentals of drug actions on the body, modes of administration, drugs affecting the cardiopulmonary functions, with emphasis on the adrenergic dilators, drug toxicity.

    Class Hours: 3Corequisite: BIOL 121 Anatomy and Physiology I.Offered fall semester.
  

  • BIOL 202 - Pharmacology (for Nurses)

    3 credits
    This course guides students through fundamental principles of pharmacology. Topics include: pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. Focus is on drug classification and the prototypical drug of each class. Special emphasis is given to drug indications, contraindications, interactions, precautions, and adverse reactions. This course will enable health care professionals to apply pharmacologic information to clinical practice allowing for safe and effective drug therapy.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 121 Anatomy and Physiology I.
  

  • BIOL 203 - Basic Microbiology (and Lab)

    3 credits
    This lab course is associated with course BIOL 203A.

    Notes: The distinction among the Microbiology courses is in orientation: Basic Microbiology (3 credits) fundamental; General Microbiology (4 credits) general; selection depends on your curriculum. The 4-credit course is the transfer course and assumes basic information.Class Hours: TBDLab Hours: TBD
  

  • BIOL 221 - General Microbiology (and Lab)

    4 credits
    Relationship of micro-organisms to each other and their place in the living world. Destruction, removal, and inhibition. Importance in medicine and health. Methodology is stressed. For Medical Technology students and as a basic course in microbiology for students in biology and related fields.

    Notes: The distinction among the Microbiology courses is in orientation: Basic Microbiology (3 credits) —fundamental; General Microbiology (4 credits) — general; Selection depends on your curriculum. The 4-credit course is the transfer course and assumes basic information.Class Hours: 3Lab Hours: 3Prerequisites: one semester of Anatomy and Physiology or a course in General Biology.Offered spring, fall, and summer semesters.
  

  • BIOL 229 - Cardiopulmonary Pathology (Respiratory Care)

    2 credits
    A contrasting study of the relationship between structure and function in the normal and diseased cardiopulmonary systems. Focus on specific diseases includes, COPD, asthma, ARDS, and CHF. Basic diagnostic workups and therapeutic interventions are identified. There is an emphasis on clinical applications and decision making using critical care methodologies.
  

  • BIOL 236 - Human Genetics

    3 credits
    The study of human inheritance patterns; classical overview with emphasis on human disease syndromes, cell cycles and patterns of inheritance and prenatal diagnosis. May be taken for Honors.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: One semester of Anatomy and Physiology or a course in biology.Offered spring semester only.
  

  • BIOL 237 - Human Genetics Lab

    1 credits
    Applications of human genetics — course covers karyotypes, cell culture, and patterns of inheritance. May be taken for Honors.

    Offered spring semester.
  

  • BIOL 241 - Radiation Biology

    3 credits
    Principles of Radiobiology, somatic and genetic effects of radiation, early and late effects of radiation in body tissue and systems. Radiation protection and Health Physics.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: RAD 201X Radiographic Technique III.Offered spring semester.

Chemical Dependency
  

  • CHEM 145 - Biochemistry of Addiction (and Lab)

    3 credits
    After introducing basic chemical principles, this course examines the chemical nature of addictive and psychoactive drugs and how they interact with receptors and body metabolism. This class provides 45 of the classroom contact hours in knowledge of alcoholism and substance abuse required for the credential Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor.

    Class Hours: 4Offered spring semester.
  

  • HSERV 180 - Psychosocial Issues in Addiction

    3 credits
    This course exposes the student to an understanding of the multiple factors which impact individuals, families and communities affected by alcohol or other drug problems and the variety of approaches and disciplines relevant to the successful treatment of substance use disorders.

    Notes: Was HSERV 137A previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3
  

  • HSERV 181 - Ethics in Addiction Counseling

    3 credits

    This course begins with the basics of ethical decision-making principles in addition to counseling. Next, understanding of professional ethical codes with emphasis on the (OASAS) Cannon of Ethical Principles, NAADAC’s Ethical Standards of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors and Federal and state regulations regarding confidentiality, and record keeping. The course emphasizes personal conduct, competence, issues of diversity, and relationships with clients, peers, supervisors, and subordinates. Using case studies students develop an ability to select an ethical plan of action.

    Notes: Was HSERV 143 previous to Fall 2010.

    This course is required by OASAS for the CASAC.Class Hours: 3Offered fall semester.
  

  • HSERV 182 - Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and the Family

    3 credits
    The family, broadly defined, is viewed as the identified client in the course. A social systems approach is presented as the frame of understanding, engagement and recovery for families and individuals affected by someone else’s alcohol or other drug problems. Exploration of existing services and topics of individual interest are also included.

    Notes: Was HSERV 145A previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3
  

  • HSERV 183 - Addiction Counseling Methods

    4 credits
    This course provides the basic skills of addiction counseling. Students develop knowledge and skills in the counseling methods and techniques used across the continuum of treatment: screening, intake, assessment, goal setting, plan for work, working and termination.

    Notes: Was HSERV 144 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: Written permission from the Curriculum Chair, AND (1) A “C” or better in one of the following: Alcohol, Substance Abuse & the Family; Psychosocial Issues in Addiction; Ethics in Addiction Counseling; OR (2) One year of supervisor documented full-time client counseling experience in an OASAS approved Addiction Treatment agency or equivalent OR (3) Associate, Bachelor?s or Graduate degree in a Human Services area recognized by OASAS.Corequisite: HSERV 184 - Addiction Field Experience I.
  

  • HSERV 184 - Addiction Field Experience I

    3 credits
    The Addiction Field experience which accompanies Addiction Counseling Methods requires nine hours a week in an addiction treatment agency where students continue to perform tasks related and essential to the service offered by the agency. Under the supervision of a NYS OASAS designated Qualified Health Professional students further develop the counseling skills such as screening, initial interviewing, problem identification, contracting, treatment planning, recording, case presentation and the referral process. Students learn to understand their own feelings and attitudes so they may better differentiate between the personal and professional self. Students maintain written records of their activities which are used in the linked course as a basis for classroom discussion.

    Notes: Was HSERV 147A previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3Corequisite: HSERV 183 - Addiction Counseling Methods.Offered fall semester.
  

  • HSERV 280 - Addiction Group Counseling

    3 credits
    This course is open only to advanced standing Chemical Dependency Counseling students and provides exploration of a variety of approaches and theories that are useful in-group treatment addictions. The course design uses readings, a feedback loop and group process notes to integrate didactic materials with practical field experience.

    Notes: Was HSERV 212A previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: Written permission from the Curriculum Chair, AND (1) A “C” or better in one of the following: Alcohol, Substance Abuse & the Family; Psychosocial Issues in Addiction; Ethics in Addiction Counseling; OR (2) One year of supervisor documented full-time client counseling experience in an OASAS approved Addiction Treatment agency or equivalent OR (3) Associates, Bachelor?s or Graduate degree in a Human Services area recognized by OASAS.Corequisite: HSERV 281 - Addiction Field II.Offered spring semester.
  

  • HSERV 281 - Addiction Field Experience II

    3 credits
    This course is open only to students who are enrolled in the classroom course, HSERV 280 - Addiction Group Counseling. The experience is intended to provide practical application of the materials addressed in the classroom course.

    Notes: Was HSERV 214A prior to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 9 per week in agency.Corequisite: HSERV 280 - Addiction Group Counseling.Offered spring semester.
  

  • HSERV 282 - Addiction Counseling Models

    3 credits
    This course integrates knowledge and skills with practice. It provides theoretical understanding and practice skills in a variety of models used in addiction counseling (12 Step Facilitation, Cognitive-Behavioral, Motivational Enhancement, etc.) This 3-credit course provides 45 of the 350 classroom contact hours in alcoholism, and substance abuse required by the NYS OASAS for CASAC eligibility.

    Notes: Was HSERV 244 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: Written permission from the Curriculum Chair, AND (1) A “C” or better in one of the following: Alcohol, Substance Abuse & the Family; Psychosocial Issues in Addiction; Ethics in Addiction Counseling; OR (2) One year of supervisor documented full-time client counseling experience in an OASAS approved Addiction Treatment agency or equivalent OR (3) Associate, Bachelor?s or Graduate degree in a Human Services area recognized by OASAS.Corequisite: HSERV 283 - Addiction Field III.
  

  • HSERV 283 - Addiction Field Experience III

    3 credits
    The Addiction Field III experience which accompanies Addiction Counseling Models requires nine hours a week in an addiction treatment agency where students continue to perform tasks related and essential to the service offered by the agency. Under the supervision of a professional prepared addictions treatment specialist (CASAC, CSW, Psychologist, MSN, etc.) students further develop and refine their counseling skills. Students continue in the process of learning and understanding their own feelings and attitudes. Students maintain written records of their activities which are used in the linked course as a basis for classroom discussion and learning.

    Notes: Was HSERV 245 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3Misc. Hours: 126 hrs. Field Experience.Corequisite: HSERV 282 - Addiction Counseling Models.Offered spring semester.

Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 107 - Inorganic Chemistry I (and Lab)

    5 credits
    Fundamental theories of chemistry; nomenclature of chemical compounds. Atomic structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometric relationships. States of matter, properties of gases, Periodic Table, and properties of elements. Oxidation-reduction.

    Notes: Inorganic Chemistry I & II are integral parts of a one-year (two-semester) comprehensive course designed for science or engineering majors completing a specific course of study or planning to transfer to four-year college.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 3Prerequisites: MATH 130 - College Algebra: Functions & Models OR MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry.
  

  • CHEM 111 - Inorganic Chemistry II (and Lab)

    5 credits

    Continuation of Inorganic Chemistry I. Theory of reaction rates and chemical equilibrium. Types of solutions, concentration units, colligative properties. Ionic equilibria of weak acids and bases, pH buffers, hydrolysis and solubility product principle. Thermochemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry. Laboratory includes qualitative analysis of cations and some quantitative analysis.

    Notes: Inorganic Chemistry I & II are integral parts of a one-year (two-semester) comprehensive course designed for science or engineering majors completing a specific course of study or planning to transfer to four-year college.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 107 - Inorganic Chemistry I (and Lab).

     
  

  • CHEM 113 - Principles of Inorganic Chemistry (and Lab)

    4 credits
    Fundamental laws, theories, principles, and nomenclature of inorganic chemistry; properties of the more common elements and their compounds; theories of solution, ionization, and equilibrium phenomena. Laboratory exercises in manipulations and preparations.

    Notes:  The Principles of Inorganic Chemistry course is designed for students who require a one-semester, fundamental chemistry lecture and laboratory course, and it is often taken by those entering health-related fields.Class Hours: 3Lab Hours: 3Prerequisites: Math 093 Beginning Algebra, or equivalent (grade of “C” or better or satisfactory grade on Assessment test).
  

  • CHEM 117 - Principles of Organic Chemistry (and Lab)

    4 credits
    One-semester course covering aliphatic and aromatic compounds, relationship of structure and nomenclature of specific organic compounds; emphasis on reactions, preparations, uses, and simple mechanisms. Laboratory exercises in organic preparation and reactions of compounds studied in class.

    Notes: Principles of Organic Chemistry is a one-semester, fundamental chemistry lecture and laboratory course dealing with aliphatic and aromatic compounds.Class Hours: ?Lab Hours: ?Prerequisites: CHEM 113 Principles of Inorganic Chemistry (and Lab).Offered spring semester.
  

  • CHEM 127 - Introduction to Forensic Science (and Lab)

    4 credits
    Criminalistics is the application of science to the examination of physical evidence obtained in the investigation of a crime. Both the lecture and laboratory emphasize the role of forensic science within the criminal justice system. Lecture topics include the crime scene, collection of physical evidence, fingerprints, firearms, and serology. Where possible, guest lectures by trained in-service personnel (local police, firefighters) supplement the class. The lab experience covers areas of forensics such as fingerprints, microscopes, serology, and spectroscopy as well as basic laboratory techniques. The course includes a field trip to a local forensic science laboratory.

    Class Hours: 3Lab Hours: 2Offered every semester.
  

  • CHEM 131 - Introduction to Forensic Science

    3 credits
    Criminalistics is the application of science to the examination of physical evidence obtained in the investigation of a crime. This course emphasizes the role of forensic science within the criminal justice system. Some of the topics to be covered include the crime scene, collection of physical evidence, fingerprints, firearms, and serology.

    Notes: This is an online course; students must have access to a computer and the Internet.Offered online every semester.
  

  • CHEM 162 - Topics in Science

    3 credits
    This is a survey course for non-science majors that stresses practical applications of chemistry to topics of current interest, such as acid rain, global warming, nutrition, energy resources, drug action and radioactivity. The emphasis is on assigned readings and class discussions rather than on numerical problem solving. The course introduces the basic chemical principles needed to help students understand scientific and technical issues facing contemporary society and to provoke rational analysis of the underlying issues.

    Offered online every semester.
  

  • CHEM 163 - Topics in Science — Lab

    1 credits
    This laboratory course, available only for students enrolled in the online Topics in Science course (CHEM 162), provides hands-on experience in many areas of science and technology as well as in basic laboratory techniques.

    Lab Hours: 2Corequisite: CHEM 162 Topics in Science.Offered on-campus.
  

  • CHEM 201 - Organic Chemistry I (and Lab)

    5 credits
    A discussion of the aliphatic series involving atomic and molecular orbitals in the modern treatment of structure and reaction mechanisms; nomenclature, structural formulas, preparation of properties of organic compounds. Selected laboratory exercises to emphasize topics considered in lectures.

    Notes: Organic Chemistry I & II are integral parts of a one-year (two-semester) comprehensive course for science majors or students entering medical fields.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 111 - Inorganic Chemistry II (and Lab).Offered fall semester.
  

  • CHEM 205 - Organic Chemistry II (and Lab)

    5 credits
    A continuation of Organic Chemistry I with particular attention to the study of aromatic and benzenoid heterocyclic and polymer compounds; reactions, mechanisms, nomenclature, preparation, properties, structural formulas and equations. Laboratory to enhance lecture material.

    Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 201 - Organic Chemistry I (and Lab). Organic Chemistry I & II are integral parts of a one-year (two-semester) comprehensive course for science majors or students entering medical fields.Offered spring semester.

Chinese
  

  • CHINS 101 - Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) I

    4 humanities, modern language or elective credits
    Introductory course designed to provide intensive audio-oral and character writing practice; study of basic grammar and sentence-building skills, reading of simple texts, writing of simple compositions, and viewing tapes of related topics.

    Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 1Prerequisites: No more than one year of high school Chinese.Offered fall semester.
  

  • CHINS 102 - Elementary Chinese II

    4 humanities, modern language or elective credits
    A continuation of Elementary Chinese I, this course is designed to provide more basic sentence patterns and communication-oriented vocabulary items. It improves students’ grammar and sentence-writing skills as well as their ability to read longer texts, and write more complex compositions.

    Notes: No more than three years of high school Chinese.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 1Prerequisites: Chinese 101, Elementary Chinese I.Offered spring semester.
  

  • CHINS 103 - Chinese Conversation I

    3 humanities, modern language or elective credits
    This course offers students the opportunity to learn and develop basic communication skills so that they can use their Chinese correctly and intelligently in simple, real-life situations.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • CHINS 201 - Intermediate Chinese I

    3 credits
    This course provides students the opportunity to develop linguistic and communicative competencies based on readings of literary works that are cultural in nature, while continuing the study of grammar, vocabulary and characters.

    Notes: Was CHINS 105 previous to Fall 2010Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHINS 102 - Elementary Chinese II OR equivalent.Offered fall semester.

Civil Technology
  

  • CIVIL 101A - Architectural Drawings

    2 credits
    Concepts of lines and line drawings; pictorial drawings, lettering, dimensioning, scales, free hand drawing, isometric and orthographic drawing; architectural symbols, details, concepts and methods; electric and plumbing details; site layout (including contours, basic scale drawings of structures).

    Lab Hours: 4Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 103 - Intro to Technology

    3 credits
    This survey course examines three major areas of technology (Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical) and is taught by faculty in each area. Topics include environmental, wood framing, basic electricity, measurements and fluids.

    Class Hours: 3Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 111 - Construction Methods and Materials and Lab

    3 credits
    Owner-architect-builder relationship; zoning ordinances and building codes; site factors; soil considerations; wood, steel, concrete; concrete forms; footing, foundation walls; wall, floor, and roof systems; prefabricated and precast units; insulation; exterior finish.

    Class Hours: 2Lab Hours: 2Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 130 - Co-op Education in Civil Technology I

    3 credits
    Co-op courses are designed to promote career awareness through cooperative work experience in a specific field. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with faculty advisor and written assignments are required.

    Misc. Hours: 225 work hours required.Prerequisites: Approval of Curriculum or Department Chair; GPA of 2.5 or higher; 9 earned credits in curriculum-required courses and 3 credits in ENG 101 Comp & Lit I or equivalent for total of 12 credits; and a major declared in this specific curriculum. For CIVIL 131, CIVIL 130 is required.Offered fall, spring, and summer semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 131 - Co-op Education in Civil Technology II

    3 credits
    Co-op courses are designed to promote career awareness through cooperative work experience in a specific field. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with faculty advisor and written assignments are required.

    Notes: 225 work hours required.Prerequisites: Approval of Curriculum or Department Chair; GPA of 2.5 or higher; 9 earned credits in curriculum-required courses and 3 credits in ENG 101 Comp & Lit I or equivalent for total of 12 credits; and a major declared in this specific curriculum. For CIVIL 131, CIVIL 130 is required.Offered fall, spring, and summer semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 201 - Elements of Strength of Materials

    3 credits
    General principles of stress analysis; practical approaches to the design of floor and roof systems, walls, columns; riveted and welded connections and related topics using timber, steel, and concrete structural members. Some time is devoted to shafts and thin-walled pressure vessels.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry, PHYSC 101 - Tech Physics I.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 207 - Structures

    3 credits
    The names and functions of various structural steel and concrete members and systems are discussed and analyzed. Several structural steel systems are assigned, both as individual and class projects. These systems are designed according to current specifications using appropriate design techniques, manuals, and theory. They are then drawn and detailed by the students, according to current practice.

    Class Hours: 2Lab Hours: 2Corequisite: CIVIL 201 Elements of Strength of Materials.Not offered every semester.
  

  • CIVIL 209 - Highway Design

    2 credits
    Basic principles of highway planning, administration, and finance; surveys and plans, including design considerations; drainage and erosion, materials for roads, roadbeds and surfa, including methods of construction and machinery; comparison of various surfaces in relation to initial cost, durability, load-bearing qualities, and economic life.

    Class Hours: 1Misc. Hours: Design 2Prerequisites: MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 211 - Material Testing Lab

    1 credits
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  • CIVIL 214 - Surveying I

    3 credits
    An elementary plane surveying course. Topics include the principles of and calculations for taping and corrections required; differential leveling; traverse and transit computations including linear error, accuracy, correction to computations, area and stadia. The principles and uses of levels, transits, taping equipment, and rods are demonstrated in laboratory field assignments.

    Class Hours: 2Lab Hours: 2Prerequisites: MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry.Offered fall semester.
  

  • CIVIL 215 - Surveying II

    3 credits
    Advanced course designed to prepare the student more fully for technical and construction positions; field and class work in traversing, stadia, vertical and horizontal curves, earthworks, subdivision layout and calculations, topography; profile leveling, computations, mapping.

    Class Hours: 2Lab Hours: 2Prerequisites: CIVIL 214 Surveying I.Offered spring semester.
  

  • CIVIL 221 - Strength of Materials

    3 credits
    General principles of stress analysis; riveted and welded connections; thermal stress and strain; Poisson’s Ratio; biaxial and triaxial stress and strain; two material members; thin-walled pressure vessels; torsion and power transmission systems; shear and moment equations and diagrams; beam stresses and design; beam deflection using double integration and area-movement methods; column stresses and design; Mohr’s Circle.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: MATH 181 - Calculus I and PHSYC 101A - Engineering Physics.Offered fall semester.
  

  • CIVIL 223 - Construction Estimating

    3 credits
    Relation of estimating to building construction; construction relations; functions and use of check lists; catalogs, cost records, price lists, labor probabilities, forms, quality surveys; techniques of estimating, approximate and complete estimates.

    Class Hours: 2Lab Hours: 2Prerequisites: CIVIL 111 Construction Methods and Materials and CIVIL I Architectural Drawing I.Offered spring semester.
  

  • CIVIL 225 - Environmental Problems and Controls

    3 credits
    A study of equipment, methods, and systems used in the home, industry, and municipalities in sanitary sewage treatment, solid waste disposal and water sources, distribution and treatment control, and containment of atmosphere conditions with emphasis on preventive control of environmental pollution.

    Class Hours: 3Corequisite: CIVIL 226 Environmental Problems and Control Lab.Offered spring semester.
  

  • CIVIL 227 - Environmental Problems and Control Lab

    0 credits
    Application in laboratory by means of projects, field trips, films, and reports.

    Lab Hours: 2Corequisite: CIVIL 225 Environmental Problems and Controls.Offered spring semester.
  

  • CIVIL 229 - Materials Properties

    3 credits
    Metals; extraction, processing, and fabrication; clay and clay products; concrete; rubber and plastics; wood and wood products; cement and gypsum products.

    Class Hours: 3Offered spring semester.
  

  • CIVIL 231 - Construction Management and CPM

    3 credits
    Management of the construction process; record keeping; forms, records, and procedures necessary for proper control of all aspects of job operations; superintendence of various phases of work to ensure adherence to plans and specifications. The use of the Critical Path Method (CPM) for planning and scheduling in the construction industry.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: CIVIL 111 Construction Methods and Materials and CIVIL 223 Construction Estimating.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 233 - Contracts and Specifications

    3 credits
    Relation of contracts and specifications to engineering construction. A detailed study of contract documents with respect to the responsibilities, liabilities, and protection of the contracting parties, development of a set of contract documents. An introduction to engineering law as applied to contracts.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: CIVIL 111 Construction Methods and Materials.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 235 - Architectural Design

    2 credits
    Functional design principles, balance, harmony, proportion, rhythm and color applications to architecture; perspective; plans; elevation development with regard to design and representation; use of handbooks, periodicals, and reference files.

    Lab Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIVIL 101 Architectural Drawing I.Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • CIVIL 250 - Special Project Independent Study - A

    1 credits
    Special Projects or Independent Study in Civil Technology, supervised and evaluated, adapted to the needs and interests of the specially qualified Civil Technology student. Content evaluation to be determined by the Special Projects Committee of the Civil Technology Department.
  

  • CIVIL 251 - Special Project Independent Study - B

    2 credits
    Special Projects or Independent Study in Civil Technology, supervised and evaluated, adapted to the needs and interests of the specially qualified Civil Technology student. Content evaluation to be determined by the Special Projects Committee of the Civil Technology Department.
  

  • CIVIL 252 - Special Project Independent Study - C

    3 credits
    Special Projects or Independent Study in Civil Technology, supervised and evaluated, adapted to the needs and interests of the specially qualified Civil Technology student. Content evaluation to be determined by the Special Projects Committee of the Civil Technology Department.

Communications & Media Arts
  

  • COMM 101 - Understanding Mass Media

    3 credits
    This course asks students to study the impact of American mass media on American culture and on the cultures of other nations; to consider how mass media alters concepts of culture; and to develop and understanding of the economic forces that influence and shape the media. And emphasis will be placed on critical thinking in a seminar situation. The course grants English/Communications credits. May be taken for Honors (through Distance Learning).

    Notes: Required for Communications and Media Arts majors. Was COMM 101S previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 101H - Understanding Mass Media-Honors

    3 credits
    Study of the impact of American mass media on American culture and on the cultures of other nations. Students are asked to consider how mass media alter concepts of culture; and are encouraged to develop an understanding of the economic forces that influence and shape the media. An emphasis is placed on critical thinking in a seminar situation.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: Approval by Honors Co-Directors.Offered spring semester.
  

  • COMM 103 - Journalism and Democracy

    3 credits
    Journalism and Democracy asks students to study the historical background of American journalism – its rold in democracy, trends, evoluiton, technology, pioneers, and standard-bearers across all news distribution platforms; to develop a concept of fair and credible news reporting and all the factors that may affect those qualities, including ethical dilemmas; to understand the importance of the right to a free press and the laws that protect journalists and those that restrict them.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 104 - News Reporting and Writing

    3 credits
    An introduction to reporting and writing news for all media, including defining what is newsworthy. This is the first of two foundational courses for the journalism program. Students will develop a mastery of the basic elements of newsgathering, interviewing, and storytelling skills that conform to standards of clarity, accuracy, and fairness. An emphasis is placed on gaining practical experience through reporting on campus and community events. The course includes an immersion in grammar, spelling, and punctuation (GSP). Students must receive a passing grade on the GSP test in order to continue in upper level journalism courses.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 106 - Multimedia Journalism I

    3 credits
    This course is an introduction to the basic elements and tools of multimedia journalistic storytelling including audio, video, slideshows, and online journalism platforms with the goal of giving every student a rudimentary knowledge of how to produce and publish news stories using multimedia. The course examines the challenges presented by the explosion of journalism on the Internet and assesses the role of the journalist in an online society. Students are exposed to both practical skills and a broader understanding of issues. Topics include how journalists add value to information online, writing and editing for the Web, the use of interactive tools, blogs, and podcasts, and an elementary understanding of Web design. At the same time, students explore issues of privacy, the Internet’s potential threat to traditional journalistic standards and how online publishing is creating new audiences.

    Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: COMM 103 - Journalism & Democracy OR COMM 104 - News Reporting and Writing.
  

  • COMM 108 - Digital News Production

    3 credits
    A laboratory exploration with hands-on application of all elements of the digital news production process. Students learn and practice the skills needed for effective digital news storytelling and delivery including page design, photo editing, sound editing, video editing, copyediting, headline writing, and basic HTML. Students practice all aspects of news production on deadline for real world journalism experience in state-of-the-art multi-platform labs using current and emerging tools of the trade. Class members contribute to all functions of publishing The Viking News print and online editions covering campus beats, reporting events, and staffing the news office.

    Notes: Grants English or Communications Credit.Class Hours: 3.Pre or Corequisites: Pre/Corequisite: COMM 104 News Reporting and Writing, or permission of instructor. Offered every semester.
  

  • COMM 109 - Speech Communication

    3 credits
    Theory and performance in interpersonal and intercultural communication and public speaking; the research preparation, delivery, and critical evaluation of representative oral presentations.

    Notes: This course grants Communications or English credit. Required for Communications and Media Arts majors.Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 109H - Speech Communication — Honors

    3 credits
    An in-depth exploration of issues and topics in communication. Students learn techniques and styles of oral communication and utilize these throughout the course to share research in special topics such as listening, intercultural communication, communication between genders, and the power of language to shape our perceptions of the world around us. Students work in groups as well as individually, and investigate and experience communication in a variety of contexts. Oral presentations requiring extensive planning and preparation and a research paper are required.

    Class Hours: 3Offered fall semester.
  

  • COMM 111 - Voice and Diction

    3 credits
    Effective use of the voice and speech mechanism; breathing, phonation, resonance articulation; individual instruction and practice in voice and speech improvement. Several varieties of American English are introduced as well as discussion of the many languages, cultures, and dialects that have influenced American English.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 115 - Group Discussion and Decision Making

    3 credits
    Theory and techniques of small group communication; emphasis on problem solving, leadership, conflict negotiation skills, persuasion, argumentation and formal debate. Oral presentations on a group/team requiring research and evidence are required.

    Notes: This course grants English or Communications credit.Class Hours: 3Offered every other semester.
  

  • COMM 116 - Radio Production

    3 credits
    A hands-on course designed to establish working skills in the various areas of radio production. Areas covered include basic sound theory, audio tape recorders, microphones (types and uses), audio consoles and mixing, auto tape editing. Finished products may be aired on WARY-FM, the college radio station.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 117 - Radio and Television Announcing

    3 credits
    Practical study of announcing; script sight-reading, interpretations of copy, news, commercials, disc jockeying, and equipment. Performances include: commercials, newscasts, and interviews.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 118 - Broadcast Journalism

    3 credits
    This course introduces the beginning journalist to the basic tools, techniques and vocabulary of broadcast journalism. The focus is on broadcast news writing, research, journalism history, and reporting. Ethical issues are also reviewed and analyzed. Students learn how to fully develop a video news segment to be presented in a journalistic style. Topics covered include research, visual presentation, audio elements, and post-production skills.

    Class Hours: 1Lab Hours: 2
  

  • COMM 119 - Television Production I

    3 credits
    Combination lecture and lab, leading to a basic familiarization and working knowledge of the operation of television cameras, lenses, videotape recorders, and TV monitors. Topics include television audio, lighting, graphics, personnel, portable video systems, the TV studio and control center, basic directional techniques, the production process, film versus videotape.

    Class Hours: 3
  

  • COMM 121 - Television Production II

    3 credits
    A broadening of basic television techniques, including script preparation, sets and scenery, special effects, makeup and clothing, performing and acting, video editing, remote telecasts, music for television, outside production facilities, advanced producing and directing, including directorial styles, dramatic content, and staging. Combination lecture and lab. Student video projects recorded on videotape.

    Class Hours: 3Offered spring semester.
  

  • COMM 205A - Communications and Media Arts Internship I

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 206A - Communications and Media Arts Internship II

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 208A - Communications and Media Arts Internship III

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 209A - Communications and Media Arts Internship IV

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 210A - Communications and Media Arts Internship V

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 211A - Communications and Media Arts Internship VI

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 212A - Communications and Media Arts Internship VII

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 213A - Communications and Media Arts Internship VIII

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.
  

  • COMM 214A - Communications and Media Arts Internship IX

    1 credits
    Selected students in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum intern at facilities in the media field (radio stations, television facilities, major corporations, print sites, etc.). Each internship consists of observation and practical, hands-on experience whenever possible. Students are required to keep a daily log of activities (signed by the site supervisor). Four appointments with mentor held on campus each semester. Minimum of 45 hours in the field for 1 credit (3 hrs. per week for 15 weeks). Hours to be determined by the students and the intern company. This course is limited to majors in the Communications and Media Arts curriculum. Students must see Professor William Winters for prior permission and an application in the preceding semester to qualify. Enrollment is limited.

    Notes: Nine separate sections worth one credit each to give both students and the intern sites more flexibility in assigning hours. Students can still take a total of nine credits. While nine credits may be taken, only three may be used to meet the requirement of the major; the other six credits are applied as general elective credits.

Computer Information Systems
  

  • CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems

    3 credits
    This foundation course for business students acquaints the student with current computer terminology and applications. Concentration is on learning the standard applications of word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and graphical presentation packages. Additionally, the student becomes familiar with file management, computer hardware and connectivity. The Internet is used as a research and communication tool.

    Notes: Was DP 103 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: It is strongly recommended that students with minimal computer experience take OFTEC 110 Keyboarding/Information Processing before this course.
  

  • CIS 120 - Object-Oriented Programming Logic

    3 credits

    This is an introductory programming course. Visual Basic 2005 is taught, emphasizing the design of Object Oriented, Graphical, and Event-Driven Business Programs. The essential programming concepts are taught, including the use of variables, input, output , mathematical operators, selection structures, repetition structures, built-in functions, user defined functions, arrays, objects and GUI techniques.

    Notes: Was DP 108A previous to Fall 2010.

     

     Class Hours: 4Corequisite: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems.
  

  • CIS 125 - Co-Op Education in CIS I

    3 credits
    Co-op courses are designed to promote career awareness through cooperative work experience in a specific field. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with faculty advisor and written assignments are required.

    Notes: 225 work hours required. Was DP130 previous to Fall 2010.Prerequisites: Consent of Curriculum Chair.
  

  • CIS 126 - Co-Op Education in CIS II

    3 credits
    Co-op courses are designed to promote career awareness through cooperative work experience in a specific field. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with faculty advisor and written assignments are required.

    Notes: 225 work hours required. Was DP 131 previous to Fall 2010.Prerequisites: CIS 125 - Co-Op Education in CIS I; consent of Curriculum Chair; GPA of 2.5 or higher; 9 earned credits in curriculum-required courses and 3 credits in ENG 101 Composition & Literature I or equivalent for total of 12 credits; and a major declared in this specific curriculum.
  

  • CIS 130 - PC Hardware

    3 credits
    Students learn the technical skills to diagnose standard computer problems through discussion, group projects, and hands-on experience. Focus is on the support and maintenance of PCs. In a hands-on-environment, students will learn how to upgrade, troubleshoot, and maintain PC hardware, as well as how to build and repair PCs. Troubleshooting techniques necessary to succeed in a computer support position are included. Course learning objectives include standard A+ core requirements.

    Notes: Was DP 112 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Corequisite: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems.Offered every semester.
  

  • CIS 135 - PC Operating Systems

    3 credits
    This course provides an in-depth study of the Windows Desktop Operating System, and the underlying functions and structure. This knowledge is applied to the installation and configuration of Windows, as well as the troubleshooting and diagnosis of common problems. Students will gain extensive hands-on lab experience in this area and will be prepared to take the Microsoft MCSE exam for Windows.

    Notes: Was DP 213 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Corequisite: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems.Offered fall and spring.
  

  • CIS 140 - Networking for Business

    3 credits
    This is a course on the networking of computers, oriented toward a Network+ certification. Topics that will be explored include protocols, topologies, architecture, routers, hubs, bridges, repeaters, frame relay, packet switching, network topologies, and configurations and troubleshooting.

    Notes: Was DP 235B previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Corequisite: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
  

  • CIS 150 - Internet Technologies

    3 credits
    This course provides the fundamentals of programming that support a multi-tiered, client/server, database-driven, E-business and E-commerce web site. Technologies that are discussed and applied include xHTML, Dynamic HTML, JavaScript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), XML, XSL, VBScript, Active Server Pages (ASP), shopping carts, auction sites and security.

    Notes: Was DP 210 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems, or equivalent skills.
  

  • CIS 155 - Principles of Security and Forensics (CIS)

    3 credits
    A survey course of both managerial and technical aspects of security. Topics include the legal and professional issues of information security, risk management, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection, access control, cryptography, operating system vulnerabilities, file system security, and the basics of computer forensics. Course learning objectives address knowledge areas of CISSP (Certified information Systems Security Professional) core certification requirements.

    Notes: Was DP 245 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Corequisite: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems.
  

  • CIS 215 - Management Information Systems

    3 credits
    This is a management information course for business students, emphasizing the why, the what, and the how of information systems. Topics include: the role of information systems, emerging hardware and software technologies, and the role of the Internet in business. Emphasis is placed on the solution of real world problems faced by managerial end users through the use of advanced spreadsheet design and analysis. Class hrs. 4

    Notes: Was DP 214A previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems.
  

  • CIS 215H - Management Information Systems — Honors

    3 credits
    This course supports the five functional areas of business and researches world information management in today’s competitive business environment. Emphasis is placed on the information systems framework of business applications, management challenges, information technologies and the solution to real world problems using case studies, decision making software, collaborative forms of electronic communication, and presentation. This is a HYBRID course. 4 hrs/wk of lecture with integrated computer activities.

    Notes: Was DP 214H previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems, and consent of Honors Program Director.
  

  • CIS 220 - Visual Basic for Business

    3 credits
    This is a second course in programming using Visual Basic 2005. Emphasis is on the object-oriented approach to application development. The full object oriented capabilities of Visual Basic are covered including the use of abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism. ADO.NET is used to create applications that connect to SQL Server databases. Web page development using ASP.NET is introduced. The emphasis is on programming business solutions.

    Notes: Was DP 110 prior to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 120 - Object Oriented Programming Logic.
  

  • CIS 225 - Database Management Systems

    3 credits
    Introduction to fundamentals of database management systems, techniques for database design, and principles of database administration. Course emphasizes data modeling (E-R and UML), database design, database application development, and database management. Topics include conceptual models; logical models; normalization; SQL, architectures such as centralized, distributed and client/server; database integrity; database security; error recovery; and concurrency control. Students develop their own individual database applications.

    Notes: Was DP 220B previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 110 - Computer Information Systems.
  

  • CIS 240 - Network Security (CIS)

    3 credits
    This course examines the principles, mechanisms, and implementation of network security and data protection. Students learn about IT industry-wide security topics, including communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, access control, authentication, external attack, and operational and organization security. The content of this course prepares the student for CompTIA Security+ Certification.

    Notes: Was DP 250 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 140 - Networking for Business & CIS 155 - Principles of Security and Forensics.
  

  • CIS 245 - Computer Penetration Testing

    3 credits
    This course provides real-world, hands-on experience and covers testing in all modern infrastructures, operating systems, and application environments. It is designed to teach methodologies, tools and techniques required to perform comprehensive computer penetration tests. 

    Class Hours: 4 (integrated lecture/lab). Prerequisites: CIS 135 - PC Operating SystemsOffered in Fall semesters.
  

  • CIS 260 - Systems Analysis and Design

    3 credits
    This course is designed to guide the student through the evolution of a system, an analysis of the present flow of information and the specifications, selection, and implementation of information processing systems. It concentrates on methods, techniques and tools used to determine information requirements and the documentation of these requirements in a thorough and unambiguous form. Traditional systems analysis components are applied to e-Commerce sites. The course uses both DFD and UML to graphically represent systems using a software diagramming package.

    Notes: Was DP 215B previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 225 - Database Management.
  

  • CIS 270 - Computer Forensics

    3 credits
    This course presents methods to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation, beginning with a discussion of ethics while mapping to the objectives of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certification. Student should have a working knowledge of hardware and operating systems to maximize their success on projects and exercises throughout the course.

    Notes: Was DP 255 previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: CIS 135 - PC Operating Systems & CIS 155 - Principles of Security and Forensics.

Computer Science
  

  • COMSC 100 - Introduction to Computing Concepts

    3 credits
    This course is designed for students who would like to learn some programming and general knowledge about computers, while exploring options in computer related disciplines. Students learn how to design a web page using HTML and JavaScript, about computer networking and hardware, data resources and retrieval methods, issues in the interaction of computers with society, and computer related curricula and careers.

    Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 4
  

  • COMSC 101 - Computer Programming I

    3 credits
    This is an introductory course. Topics include object types, expressions, decision structures, looping structures, methods, parameter passing, and arrays.

    Notes: Some previous computer use (for email, Internet or word processing) is necessary.Class Hours: 4Lab Hours: 4Prerequisites: Students must demonstrate readiness for Analytical Reading and college- level mathematics by attaining appropriate scores on the Placement Exam, or by attaining passing grades in the appropriate developmental courses, or by completion of previous college-level mathematics or English courses.
  

  • COMSC 105 - Computer Architecture I

    3 credits
    This course is the study of computer architecture history; computational machines; basic computer system design; central processor design; gates, Boolean algebra, and Karnaugh maps; combinational circuits, flip-flops, sequential circuits, decoders and multiplexers; decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal numbering systems; register transfer language; three-state buffers; ALU operation and implementation; instruction sets; instruction cycle; control logic and current topics in computer architecture.

    Class Hours: 4Prerequisites: Students must demonstrate readiness for Analytical Reading and college-level mathematics by attaining appropriate scores on the Placement Exam, or by attaining passing grades in the appropriate developmental courses, or by completion of previous college-level mathematics or English courses.
  

  • COMSC 106 - IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software

    3 credits
    Students learn the functionality of hardware and software components as well as suggested best practices in maintenance and safety issues. The students, through hands-on activities and labs, will learn to assemble and configure a computer, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. In addition, an introduction to networking is included with this course. This course helps students prepare for CompTIA’s A+ certification.

    Class Hours: 2Lab Hours: 2
 

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