Jun 26, 2024  
Spring 2014 Course Catalog 
    
Spring 2014 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 .

 

Mechanical Technology

  
  • MECH 162 - CAD 1

    3 credits

    Basic CAD provides information on the use of the microcomputer for Computer Drafting and Design. No prior computer background is required. The course is about learning to use a computer with a predesigned system (software) for making lines, circles, rectangles, etc., and adding dimensions and text. Three systems are available to choose from: AutoCAD. Participants have in-depth exposure to the system commands and extensive, hands-on lab practice.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
  
  • MECH 163 - CAD 2

    3 credits

    Review of Basic CAD; how to customize macro commands. Manipulation and modification of software to meet specific discipline requirements, such as mechanical, electrical, and architectural applications.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MECH 162 CAD 1.
    Offered evenings, fall semester; days and evenings, spring semester.
  
  • MECH 164 - CAD Revit 1

    3 credits

    This course teaches the basics of Revit Architecture using real-world examples and techniques. Students will  become familiar with the Revit Architecture interface in order to locate the tools and structure needed to integrate into their drawings. Students will create and modify components in a building design along with the building preliminary model and add layers to help analyze and augment their designs.

    Class Hours: 4
    Prerequisites: MECH 163 - CAD 2, or permission of instructor.
  
  • MECH 204 - Thermodynamics for Engineers

    3 credits

    Basic concepts, open and closed systems, properties of substances; ideal and real gases; conservation of mass, energy; first and second laws of thermodynamics; applications, including gas and vapor cycles; introduction to free energy and Gibbs equations; gas mixtures.

    Class Hours: 3
    Corequisite: MATH 191 - Calculus II.
    Prerequisites: MATH 181 - Calculus I and CHEM 107 - Inorganic Chemistry I.
    Offered spring semester.
  
  • MECH 205 - Mechanics 2



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  • MECH 222 - Computer/NC Programming

    2 credits

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  • MECH 224 - CNC Programming

    3 credits

    An advanced study of computer numerically controlled machine tools and use of CAD/CAM software to write programs. Individual/group lab projects requires.

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Offered fall semester.
  
  • MECH 227 - Dynamics

    3 credits

    Kinematics and kinetics; rectilinear and curvilinear motion; force, mass acceleration; work and energy; impulse and momentum for particles and rigid bodies. Calculus orientation.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MECH 126 Statics.
    Offered evenings, fall semester; days, spring semester.
  
  • MECH 255 - Solidworks

    3 credits


    Learn to use computer-aided design (CAD) software Solidworks, to create 3-D solid models of parts and assemblies. Print, drawings & 3-D print plastic parts form solid parts and assemblies.


    Class Hours: 4

  
  • MECH 265 - CAD 3 3D Modeling

    3 credits

    The objective of this course is to build upon the skills acquired in the two previous CAD courses. Emphasis is placed on 3D Solid Model skills for visualization and production. Integration of applied Solid Modeling with CNC Machining application and architectural presentations.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MECH 162 CAD 1 and MECH 163 CAD 2.
  
  • MECH 267 - CAD 4 Auto Architect

    3 credits

    CAD 4 provides an environment in which students apply their previous knowledge of AutoCAD to complete complex architectural drawings. The content of this course is specifically aimed at professional architects and experienced architectural drafters and those who wish to expand their current knowledge of AutoCAD using Architectural Desktop.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MECH 162 CAD 1 and 261B CAD 2.
  
  • MECH 268 - Auto Desk Inventor

    3 credits

    Inventor is an advanced 3D solid modeling system for constructing 3D solid components, assemblies, and exploded presentations. The Internet is used as a tool facilitating materials, manufacturing, and vendor discovery and analysis.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trig, MECH 162, 261B - CAD I & II.
  
  • MECH 270 - CAD/CAM

    3 credits

    This course focuses on the integration of software and hardware to produce manufactured products. Students are required to prepare programs in this class utilizing CAD/ AM software and the subsequent production of the part on a CNC machine. A study of related technology includes safety, proper cutting tool selection, speeds, and feed rates.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MECH 144 Manufacturing I and MECH 162 CAD I, or permission of instructor.
  
  • MECH 272 - CAD 5 Advanced Auto Architect

    3 credits

    CAD 5 provides an in-depth study and hands-on modification to the basic styles offered in AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD Architectural Desktop. The content of this course is specifically aimed at professional architects, experienced architectural drafters, and those who wish to expand their current knowledge of AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD Architectural Desktop.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MECH 162 CAD 1, MECH 163 CAD 2, and MECH 267 CAD 4 Architectural Desktop.
    Offered evenings, fall and spring semesters.
  
  • MECH 273 - CAD 6 3D Studio Max

    3 credits

    Students will learn to use 3D Studio Max software to create and modify of basic objects, including related lighting and material systems.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
    Prerequisites: MECH 163 - CAD 2

  
  • MECH 277 - CAD Civil 3D

    3 credits

    This course provides an environment in which students apply their previous knowledge of AutoCAD to complete complex civil engineering drawings. The content of this course is specifically aimed at professional engineers, experienced drafters, and those who wish to expand their current knowledge of Auto CAD using Civil 3D.

    Class Hours: 4 (with integrated computer applications).
  
  • MECH 289 - Manufacturing Process

    3 credits

    Physical Properties of ferrous and nonferrous metals and alloys; study of fabricating processes such as casting, forging, machining, welded construction sheet metal processes and power metallurgy, together with the study of plastics and composites.

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Offered spring semester.

Music

  
  • MUSIC 100 - History of Western Music: Up to 1800

    3 humanities credits

    This course covers the history of Western classical music from the ancient Greeks to the 1800s. Social and economic influences on music will be examined through listening to musical works from each time period. The course will also examine music from the Dark Ages and Medieval period, the Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical periods of music.

    Class Hours: 3

  
  • MUSIC 101 - History of Western Music: 1800 to Present

    3 humanities credits

    This course covers the history of Western classical music from 1800 to the present day. Social and economic influences on musical styles will be examined as students listen to works from specific periods. The course will also examine music from the 20th Century, including gospel, jazz and rock.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 102 - History of Electronic Music

    3 humanities credits

    This course covers the history of electronic musical instruments and composition from its beginnings in the late 19th century to the present. Topics covered include the Telharmonium, the Theremin, the RCA Mark I synthesizer, Musique Concrete, MIDI and sampling, Progressive Rock, Techno, Interactive Music Systems, and multimedia. Through in-class performances, recordings, and videos, students become familiar with a wide range of music including the works of Xenakis, Stockhausen, Subotnick, Keith Emerson, Kraftwerk, the Crystal Method, and many others. Offered at Valhalla and Peekskill locations.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 103 - History of Jazz

    3 humanities credits

    A study of the evolution of jazz from its African, European, and American roots to its current position as a uniquely American art form. Major schools studied include early blues and ragtime, swing, be-bop, fusion, avant-garde, and the current scene. The course explores the impact of the African-American tradition on contemporary idioms such as rock, pop, and 20th century concert music, emphasizing form, structure, and its numerous contributions to U.S. and world culture.

    Notes: May be taken for Honors.
    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 110 - Basic Musicianship

    3 credits

    This introductory course covers rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic elements of music. Types of triads, intervals, keys, cadences, scales are also covered with the emphasis on their use in 18th and 19th centuries.

    Notes: May be taken for Honors.
    Class Hours: 4
  
  • MUSIC 111 - Music Theory 1

    3 humanities credits

    Rhythmic, melodic, harmonic elements of music. Types of triads, intervals, keys, cadences, scales; emphasis on their use in 18th and 19th centuries.

    Notes: May be taken for Honors.
    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 110 - Basic Musicianship
  
  • MUSIC 112 - Ear Training 1

    3 credits

    This course covers techniques of sight-singing and dictation of diatonic melodies in simple and compound meters. Emphasis is on the identification and performance of simple intervals, scales, triads and rhythms.

  
  • MUSIC 113 - Ear Training 2

    3 credits

    This course covers techniques of sight-singing and dictation of diatonic melodies in simple and compound meters. Emphasis is on the identification and performance of simple intervals, scales, triads and rhythms. The class examines major musical works, analyzing the various musical elements.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 112 - Ear Training 1.
  
  • MUSIC 120 - Piano Class 1

    2 credits

    Introduction to basic keyboard techniques and piano literature.

    Notes: Students register for Piano Class 1 and make arrangements with the teacher during the first class meeting for PC 2, PC 3, or PC 4.
    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 121 - Piano Class 2

    2 credits

    Continuation of Piano Class 1. Introduction to basic keyboard techniques and piano literature.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 122 - Guitar Class 1

    1 credits

    Study of the guitar in solo and ensemble combinations. Materials of performance geared to abilities of students. Students must supply their own guitar.

    Class Hours: 2 (lab)
    Offered spring and fall semesters.
  
  • MUSIC 123 - Guitar Class 2

    1 credits

    Study of the guitar in solo and ensemble combinations. Materials of performance geared to abilities of students. Students must supply their own guitar.

    Class Hours: 2 (lab)
    Offered spring and fall semesters.
  
  • MUSIC 130 - Chorus 1

    2 credits

    Preparation and performance of a wide variety of compositions suitable for chorus.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 131 - Chorus 2

    2 credits

    Continuation of Chorus 1.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 132 - Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 1

    2 credits

    Brass, strings, woodwinds, percussion and voice organized into ensembles to provide students with performing experience in such groups.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 133 - Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 2

    2 credits

    Continuation of Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 1.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 133D - Independent Music Study

    1 credits

    Individual instruction in piano, voice, organ, violin, viola, cello, double bass, harp, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, French horn, trombone, tuba, and percussion. Study includes technical skills and repertoire.

    Notes: Instruction one hour per lesson plus required practice sessions.
  
  • MUSIC 141A - Applied Music — Strings 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of a selected string instrument. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

  
  • MUSIC 141B - Applied Music — Strings 2

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 141A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in Strings. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 141A - Applied Music — Strings 1.
  
  • MUSIC 141C - Applied Music — Strings 3

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 141A. This course is for students enrolled in their third consecutive semester of individual instruction in Strings. An additional fee per semester is required.
     

    Class Hours: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 141B - Applied Music — Strings 2
  
  • MUSIC 141D - Applied Music — Strings 4

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 141A. This course is for students enrolled in their fourth consecutive semester of individual instruction in Strings. An additional fee per semester is required.

     

    Class Hours: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 141C - Applied Music — Strings 3.
  
  • MUSIC 142A - Applied Music — Voice 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the voice. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
  
  • MUSIC 142B - Applied Music — Voice 2

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 142A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in voice.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 142A Applied Music — Voice 1.
  
  • MUSIC 142C - Applied Music — Voice 3

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 142A. This course is for students enrolled in their third consecutive semester of individual instruction in voice.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 142B Applied Music — Voice 2.
  
  • MUSIC 142D - Applied Music — Voice 4

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 142A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in voice.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 142C Applied Music — Voice 3.
  
  • MUSIC 143A - Applied Music — Winds 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of a selected wind instrument. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

  
  • MUSIC 143B - Applied Music — Winds 2

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of wind instruments. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1

  
  • MUSIC 143C - Applied Music — Winds 3

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of wind instruments. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Misc. Hours: 6 hrs (min) weekly practice time.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 143B - Applied Music — Winds 2.

  
  • MUSIC 143D - Applied Music — Winds 4

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of wind instruments. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Misc. Hours: 6 hrs (min) of independent practice weekly.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 143C - Applied Music — Winds 3.

  
  • MUSIC 144A - Applied Music — Piano 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the piano. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
  
  • MUSIC 144B - Applied Music — Piano 2

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 144A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in piano.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 144A Applied Music — Piano 1.
  
  • MUSIC 144C - Applied Music — Piano 3

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 144A. This course is for students enrolled in their third consecutive semester of individual instruction in piano.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 144B Applied Music — Piano 2.
  
  • MUSIC 144D - Applied Music — Piano 4

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 144A. This course is for students enrolled in their fourth consecutive semester of individual instruction in piano.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 144C Applied Music — Piano 3.
  
  • MUSIC 145A - Applied Music — Percussion 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of percussion. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the vast literature on percussive instruments. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
  
  • MUSIC 145B - Applied Music — Percussion 2

    1 credits

    Percussion 2 is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in percussion. This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of percussion. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the vast literature on percussive instruments. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Misc. Hours: 30 minutes of instruction and 20 minutes of practice per week
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 145A - Applied Music — Percussion 1
  
  • MUSIC 145C - Applied Music — Percussion 3

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 145A. This course is for students enrolled in their third consecutive semester of individual instruction in percussion. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 145B - Applied Music — Percussion 2
  
  • MUSIC 145D - Applied Music — Percussion 4

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 145A. This course is for students enrolled in their fourth consecutive semester of individual instruction in percussion. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 145C - Applied Music — Percussion 3
  
  • MUSIC 146A - Applied Music — Guitar 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of the guitar. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
  
  • MUSIC 146B - Applied Music — Guitar 2

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 146A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in guitar.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 146A Applied Music — Guitar 1.
  
  • MUSIC 146C - Applied Music — Guitar 3

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 146A. This course is for students enrolled in their third consecutive semester of individual instruction in guitar.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 146B Applied Music — Guitar 2.
  
  • MUSIC 146D - Applied Music — Guitar 4

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 146A. This course is for students enrolled in their fourth consecutive semester of individual instruction in guitar.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 146C Applied Music — Guitar 3.
  
  • MUSIC 147A - Applied Music — Brass 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of a selected brass instrument. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

  
  • MUSIC 147B - Applied Music — Brass 2

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 147A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in Brass. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 147A - Applied Music — Brass 1
  
  • MUSIC 147C - Applied Music — Brass 3

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of wind instruments. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Misc. Hours: 6 hrs (min) independent practice per week.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 147B - Applied Music — Brass 2.

  
  • MUSIC 147D - Applied Music — Brass 4

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in the performance techniques and literature of wind instruments. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation, familiarity with the performance approaches and the study of the instrument’s vast literature. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and repertoire through performance. An additional fee per semester is required.

    Class Hours: 1
    Misc. Hours: 6 hrs (min) independent practice per week.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 147C - Applied Music — Brass 3.

  
  • MUSIC 148A - Applied Music — Composition 1

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in compositional techniques, methods, and forms widely used throughout Western music. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation in harmonic and melodic systems, and form. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the techniques and forms studied throughout the semester by producing complete scores and/or performances.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
  
  • MUSIC 148B - Applied Music — Composition 2

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 148A. This course is for students enrolled in their second consecutive semester of individual instruction in composition.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 148A Applied Music — Composition 1.
  
  • MUSIC 148C - Applied Music — Composition 3

    1 credits

    This course provides individual instruction in compositional techniques, methods, and forms widely used throughout Western music. Emphasis is placed on the development of a sound technical foundation in harmonic and melodic systems, and form. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the techniques and forms studied throughout the semester by producing complete scores and/or performances.

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required. This course is for students enrolled in their third consecutive semester of individual instruction in composition.
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 148B Applied Music — Composition 2.
  
  • MUSIC 148D - Applied Music — Composition 4

    1 credits

    See description for MUSIC 148A. This course is for students enrolled in their fourth consecutive semester of individual instruction in composition..

    Notes: An additional fee per semester is required
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 148C Applied Music — Composition 3.
  
  • MUSIC 150 - Music Appreciation 1

    3 humanities credits

    Introduction to music literature of the Baroque and Classic periods with emphasis on listening, correlated with textbook material and supplementary reading.

    Class Hours: 3
    Offered fall semester.
  
  • MUSIC 160 - Introduction to Audio 1

    3 credits

    This course covers basic audio concepts, including the physics of sound, an historical overview of sound reproduction, and an examination of analog and digital sound recording technology and equipment, including microphones, multi-track recording, mixing, effects, digital audio workstations, and computer software for sound design and editing. Students also complete hands-on projects using digital workstations. Peekskill location.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 161 - Introduction to MIDI Technology 1

    3 credits

    Musical Instrument Digital Interface is the marriage of music and computer technology. Students learn concepts, basic theory and techniques and the application of MIDI technology to the production of music. Hands-on projects are completed using MIDI keyboard synthesizers and sequencer software. Peekskill location.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 162 - Introduction to MIDI Technology 2

    3 credits

    This course is a continuation of Introduction to MIDI Tech 1, consisting of more advanced concepts in MIDI technology and its appreciation in music composition, recording, and arranging. Hands-on projects develop additional skills in MIDI sequencing, effects, tape-less recording, and synchronization, sound synthesis and synthesizer programming. Peekskill location.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 161 Intro to MIDI Technology 1.
  
  • MUSIC 163 - Electronic Music Composition 1

    3 credits

    An introduction to the tools and processes used in composing music with electronic instruments. The special requirements for composing electronic music and MIDI based music for film, video, multimedia, and computer games are covered. Peekskill location.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: Suggested MUSIC 160 Intro to Audio and/or MUSIC 161 Intro to MIDI Technology 1.
  
  • MUSIC 164 - Songwriting on the Computer

    3 credits

    This course covers the use of computer hardware and software, and MIDI keyboard synthesizer as tools for composing music and lyrics for the pop song. A variety of song genres used in today’s popular music is analyzed, and students complete a series of projects in song composition. Topics in the business aspects of song writing and publishing are also covered. Peekskill location.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: Suggested MUSIC 160 Intro to Audio and/or MUSIC 161 Intro to MIDI Technology I.
  
  • MUSIC 165 - Recording Engineering 1

    3 credits

    A hands-on course designed to establish working skills in various areas of audio production. Areas covered include basic audio theory, audio tape recorders (both analog and digital), microphones, consoles, mixing, audiotape editing, concert and studio recording.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 160 - Introduction to Audio 1
  
  • MUSIC 211 - Music Theory 2: Harmony in Music

    3 humanities credits

    This course introduces students to the study of four-part harmony, including tonal chord progressions, voice-leading, diatonic harmony, seventh chords, and secondary dominants. Students will write original compositions.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 111 - Music Theory 1 or permission of the instructor.
  
  • MUSIC 220 - Piano Class 3

    2 credits

    Continuation of Piano Class 1 & 2 (see MUSIC 120).

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 221 - Piano Class 4

    2 credits

    Continuation of Piano Class 1, 2, & 3 (see MUSIC 120).

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 222 - Guitar Class 3

    1 credits

    Study of the guitar in solo and ensemble combinations. Materials of performance geared to abilities of students. Students must supply their own guitar.

    Class Hours: 2 (lab)
    Offered spring and fall semesters.
  
  • MUSIC 223 - Guitar Class 4

    1 credits

    Study of the guitar in solo and ensemble combinations. Materials of performance geared to abilities of students. Students must supply their own guitar.

    Class Hours: 2 (lab)
    Offered spring and fall semesters.
  
  • MUSIC 230 - Chorus 3

    2 credits

    Continuation of Chorus 2.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 231 - Chorus 4

    2 credits

    Continuation of Chorus 3.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 232 - Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 3

    2 credits

    Continuation of Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 2.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 233 - Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 4

    2 credits

    Continuation of Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble 3.

    Class Hours: 3
  
  • MUSIC 265 - Recording Engineering 2

    3 credits

    A hands-on course designed to establish working skills in various areas of audio production. Areas covered include basic audio theory, audio tape recorders (both analog and digital), microphones, consoles, mixing, audiotape editing, concert and studio recording. Recording Engineering 2 continues acquisition of the skills developed in Recording Engineering 1. Peekskill location.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 165 Recording Engineering 1.

Nursing

  
  • ADN 120 - ADN-Nursing 1, Fundamentals of Nursing (and Lab, and Clinical Study)

    8 credits

    This is a beginning course that introduces the student to the foundations, basic principles and the role of the registered professional nurse. Emphasis is on the scientific approach as it relates to the nursing process. Concepts related to health, stress, communication and culture are introduced as the student begins to participate in client-nurse relationships. Skills relative to the practice of nursing are taught/practiced in the laboratory/hospital setting.

    Notes: Enrollment limited to students accepted into the ADN program. May be taken for Honors.
    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 4
    Misc. Hours: Clinical hrs. 8
    Corequisite: NURSE - 102 Dosage Calculations, PSYCH 101 - General Psychology, and NUTR 109 - Nutrition (ADN).
    Prerequisites: BIOL 121 - Anatomy and Physiology 1 & Lab, and BIOL 123 - Anatomy and Physiology 2 & Lab.
    Offered fall semester.
  
  • ADN 131 - ADN-Nursing 2, Mental Health Nursing/Maternity Nursing (and Lab, and Clinical Study)

    8 credits

    This course builds upon, and is an extension of, ADN-Nursing 1. There are two segments: ADN-2(A) Maternity Nursing, and ADN-2(B) Metal Health Nursing. ADN-2(A) is devoted to viewing the individual as part of a family unit. Health needs occurring at various stages during the childbearing years are studied. The student is introduced to pathophysiological factors as complications of the maternity cycle and women’s health are discussed. ADN-2(B) views the individual as part of the larger whole; as a member of interrelated groups within his/her community. Mental Health will be looked upon as occurring along a continuum and influenced by factors such as culture, education, and value system. The emphasis will be on the use of the nursing process in caring for individuals of all ages with selected psychiatric mental health disorders. Physical and mental health changes in the aging population will be explored in depth. Clinical experience is provided each week.

    Notes: May be taken for Honors.
    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 4
    Misc. Hours: Clinical hrs. 8.
    Corequisite: ENG 101 - Composition and Literature 1, and BIOL 202 - Pharmacology (for Nurses).
    Prerequisites: ADN 120 - ADN-Nursing 1, Fundamentals of Nursing, Lab, and Clinical Study.
    Offered spring semester.
  
  • ADN 221 - ADN-Nursing 3(and Lab, and Clinical Study)

    8 credits

    Focus on growth, development, common health problems of the child and adult. Opportunity provided for students to care for hospitalized children and adults requiring adaptation of nursing care principles to meet individual physical/emotional needs. Principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and diet therapy are integrated throughout course. May be taken for Honors.

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 4
    Misc. Hours: Clinical hrs. 8.
    Corequisite: BIOL 221 - General Microbiology and Lab.
    Prerequisites: ADN 131 - ADN-Nursing 2.
    Offered fall semester.
  
  • ADN 231 - ADN-Nursing 4(and Clinical Study)

    12 credits

    Consideration of complex health problems of adults and children; opportunity provided for students to care for adults and children in acute care facilities. Principles of advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and leadership are integrated. Seminars focus on preparation for entry-level into the profession.

    Notes: May be taken for Honors credit.
    Class Hours: 7
    Misc. Hours: Clinical hrs. 16.
    Prerequisites: ADN 221 - ADN Nursing 3, and BIOL 221 - General Microbiology.
    Offered spring semester.
  
  • NHSCI 101 - Medical Terminology

    4 credits

    This course introduces the common medical terms used in health related areas. Stress is on prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. A discussion of the anatomy and physiology of the human body, disease process, surgical and diagnostic procedures are presented, and different medical specialties and abbreviations are reviewed.

    Class Hours: 4
    Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • NURSE 102 - Dosage Calculations

    1 credits

    This course offers a simplified approach to calculation and administration of drug dosages, including theoretical and mathematical concepts related to the administration of medications. A step-by-step approach to dosage calculations, including IV, is utilized. Competence in basic math is necessary and is evaluated at first session. This course is appropriate for those considering or already working in a health career. Licensed health professionals may enroll in this course as a review for re-entry into the work force.

    Notes: Was NHSCI 102 previous to Fall 2010.
    Class Hours: 1
  
  • PN 101 - Nursing 1(and Lab, and Clinical)

    7 credits


    The concepts of health and the role of the practical nurse in the health care system form the basis of this course. Client individuality with a sensitivity to family, community and cultural needs is emphasized. The nursing process, legal-ethical issues, infection control, normal nutrition, communication skills, and medication administration are introduced. Basic nursing skills are taught in the lab. Focuses on the clinical application of fundamental nursing skills. Clinical ends mid- semester.

    Notes: Was PNA 101/102/141 previous to Fall 2010.

    Enrollment limited to students matriculated in the PN curriculum.
    Corequisite: NURSE 102 - Dosage Calculations, and PEH 116A - CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
    Prerequisites: BIOL 121 - Anatomy and Physiology 1(and Lab), and ENG 101 - Composition and Literature 1.  
    Offered fall semester.

  
  • PN 107 - Nursing 2 (and Lab, and Clinical)

    7 credits


    This course introduces human physical, emotional, and social development throughout the life cycle, concentrating on family and cultural needs during pregnancy and birth. A relationship is drawn between problems in the normal developmental stages and subsequent psychological difficulties. Therapeutic communication skills are emphasized, and the use of the computer is introduced. Focuses on the clinical application of principles of mental health and family-centered maternity nursing. Clinical begins mid-semester.

    Notes: Was PNA 107A/108/144 previous to Fall 2010.

    May be taken for Honors.
    Pre or Corequisites: Pre- or Corequisite: PN 101 Nursing 1.
    Offered fall semester.

  
  • PN 201 - Nursing 3 (and Lab, and Clinical)

    7 credits


    This course builds upon fundamental nursing skills and principles with theory of medical surgical nursing. Concepts of growth and development with an emphasis on the mature adult are presented. Nursing skills, medication administration, pharmacology, and nutrition are included. Documentation formats are discussed and utilized. Focuses on the delivery, in the medical surgical setting, of holistic nursing care to culturally diverse individuals with common health problems. Concept of health promotion is emphasized throughout the course. Clinical ends mid-semester.

    Notes: Was PNA 201 previous to Fall 2010.

    May be taken for Honors.
    Offered spring semester.

  
  • PN 207 - Nursing 4 (and Lab, and Clinical)

    7 credits


    This course builds upon fundamental nursing skills and principles with theory of medical surgical nursing. Concepts of growth and development with an emphasis on children and the gerian are presented. Theories of leadership and transition to practice are discussed and applied. Focuses on the delivery of holistic nursing care to culturally diverse individuals with common health problems in long-term and community settings. Clinical begins mid-semester.

    Notes: Was PNA 207/208/244 previous to Fall 2010.

    May be taken for Honors.
    Offered spring semester.


Office Technologies

  
  • MBC 120 - Medical Office Administration

    3 credits

    Students develop a broad understanding of the U.S. health care system and the role of the health care administration professional. Instruction includes health insurance and medical records management; patient relations and communication skills; government policies, medical ethics and legal issues; and career and professional development. Students also gain experience writing letters such as insurance claims appeals and requests for information, as well as create a resume and develop a job-search and career advancement strategy.

    Class Hours: 4
    Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • MBC 160 - Medical Billing and Information Management

    3 credits

    Mastery of the basic functions of a currently used medical billing program such as Medical Manager, including data entry, billing/collections procedures, scheduling appointments, processing of insurance claims, and report generation.

    Class Hours: 4
    Prerequisites: Basic computer experience recommended.
    Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  • MBC 210 - Medical Coding/ICD 10

    3 credits

    A comprehensive course on ICD-10-CM involving an in-depth study of coding diseases for all the major body systems. This course takes a systematic approach to hospital inpatient and ambulatory care coding emphasizing specific and correct coding procedures and techniques.

    Class Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: NHSCI 101 Medical Terminology.
  
  • MBC 220 - Medical Coding/CPT4

    3 credits

    A comprehensive course on CPT4 and HCPCS, emphasizing coding for evaluation and management, anesthesia, surgery, pathology, laboratory, radiology and medicine. Also included is coding for emergency rooms, hospitals, physician’s offices and outpatient facilities. The HCPCS coding book is utilized for coding medical, Medicare and Medicaid supplies.

    Prerequisites: MBC 210 - Medical Coding/ICD 10 or OFTEC 119 - Medical Coding/ICD9.
  
  • MBC 225 - Medical Coding and Billing Internship

    3 credits


     

    This course is designed to promote career awareness through a curriculum-related work experience in an administrative healthcare environment. Students will integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with the faculty advisor, participation in online discussions and written assignments required.

    Prerequisites: MBC 120 Medical Office Administration, MBC 210 Medical Coding/ICD 10, and permission from the Curriculum Chair.
    Pre or Corequisites: MBC 160 Medical Billing and Information Management, and MBC 220 Medical Coding/CPT 4.

  
  • OFTEC 110 - Information Processing with Keyboarding

    3 credits

    This course develops keyboarding and basic information processing skills with instruction in formatting and editing documents; effective use of email; and accessing Internet and library resources. The class includes both group and self-paced, independent learning activities emphasizing touch typing technique and appropriate workplace computer practices.

    Class Hours: 4

  
  • OFTEC 112 - Keyboard Speed Building

    1 credits

    This course combines group drills and timings with independent practice activities to increase keyboarding speed while improving technique and accuracy.

    Class Hours: 2
    Prerequisites: Touch-typing skill of 20 wpm.
 

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