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Spring 2018 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Students should consult with their curriculum chair or counselor when selecting courses to satisfy program requirements. Please note: The honors versions of courses satisfy the same requirements as the non-honors versions.
 

Film
  

  • FILM 120 - Filmmaker’s Workshop 1

    3 credits
    An intensive, production lab course which introduces the technical and aesthetic aspects of film style single camera shooting, while utilizing video cameras and equipment. Students conceive, shoot, and edit several short projects that are screened, reviewed, and critiqued.

    Not offered every semester.
  

  • FILM 125 - Writing for Film

    3 credits
    This course teaches the technical and esthetic foundations of screen writing. Students learn standard screenplay formatting as well as techniques for writing flashbacks, montages, parallel actions and telephone conversations. In addition, the course provides a foundation in narrative theory, in particular three-act structure. Presentations, exercises and demonstrations focus on visual narratives and dialog. Students produce one short group screenplay and one 15-page individual screenplay.

    Notes: This course was listed as ENG 125 prior to Fall 2015.
    Pre or Corequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research .
  

  • FILM 130 - Digital Storytelling

    3 credits
    This hands-on course centers on telling stories using video. Students work individually to produce, edit, and output original short films using pocket cameras and iMovie (an entry-level, non-linear editing software). Topics include storytelling, shot composition, storyboarding, audio recording, editing, and workflow.
  

  • FILM 140 - Video Production

    3 credits
    This hands-on course focuses on the technical aspects of digital video production. Students work in teams to produce short fiction films using single camera techniques. Topics include cinematography, lighting, location sound, casting, pre-production, production and post-production. 

    Notes: This course was listed as ART 182 prior to Fall 2015.
    Pre or Corequisites: FILM 130 - Digital Storytelling  
  

  • FILM 142 - Video Editing

    3 credits
    This course focuses on technical and aesthetic aspects of digital video editing. Using Final Cut Pro software, students learn how to edit fiction and non-fiction form found footage and/or other own personal material. Through study of historical and contemporary films, stuidents gain an understanding of editing styles and techniques.

    Notes: This course was listed as ART 151A Digital Video 1 prior to Fall 2015.
  

  • FILM 143 - Advanced Video Editing

    3 credits
    This course is a continuation of FILM 142 Video Editing , and focuses on technical and aesthetic aspects of non-linear digital video editing.  Using professional-level software, students learn how to edit fiction, non-fiction and experimental forms, working from their own material, as well as from found footage. Topics include audio editing, color correction, compositing, file management and exporting.

    Prerequisites: FILM 142 Video Editing .
  

  • FILM 145 - Documentary Video

    3 credits
    This course focuses on the technical aspects of documentary storytelling, introducing students to the fundamentals of researching, planning, shooting and editing short documentaries. Students will also explore the social and ethical issues that underpin the documentary film genre and gain perspective into aesthetic and historical antecedents. Students will build documentary filmmaking skills through a series of assignments, including short video and audio projects and a longer team-produced documentary.

    Prerequisites: FILM 130 - Digital Storytelling  or COMM 106 - Multimedia Journalism 1  
  

  • FILM 150 - Film Internship

    3 credits
    Internships are designed to promote career awareness through work experience in the specific field. Students integrate classroom theory with a monitored and supervised work experience. Periodic meetings with faculty advisor and maintenance of a portfolio and/or journal are required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of curriculum chair.
  

  • FILM 160 - Visual Effects

    3 credits
    This course will introduce students to the fundamental skills used in the Visual Effects, including compositing, key framing and filter effects. Using Adobe After Effects, the emphasis will be on working with live action footage. 

    Prerequisites: FILM 130 - Digital Storytelling  
  

  • FILM 220 - Fiction Into Film

    3 credits
    This course approaches film as literature, one of the most popular and important forms of storytelling in our culture today. Students learn about the elements of fiction that link filmmaking to traditional literature as well as the technical and artistic features that make film so distinctive. By examining the heroes, stories, and cultural values at work in the movies, students learn how to become more informed, critical, creative viewers of fiction film.

    Notes: This course was listed as ENG 220 prior to Fall 2015. May be taken for Honors.
    Prerequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research  and ENG 102 - Writing and Literature .
    Not offered every semester.

Finance
  

  • FIN 203 - Managerial Finance

    3 credits
    An examination of the goal of financial management within an analytical computer framework. Topics include decision-making techniques for managing long- and short-term assets of a firm, short- and long-term sources of funds, capital budgeting, time value of money, and cost of capital. The course uses Excel spreadsheets in the analysis of topics.

    Prerequisites: ACC 120 Managerial Accounting  and CIS 110 Computer Information Systems .

Food Service Administration — Culinary Arts & Management
  

  • CULIN 101 - Exploring Culinary Arts

    3 credits
    This course serves as in introduction to the hospitality industry while assisting students with the transition to college and coursework demands and expectations. Students will explore ways of learning, focusing on math, measurements, and composition, through various culinary food labs. Students who master these skills will be prepared to pursue a major in the hospitality program. 

    Notes: This course is intended for students enrolled in developmental courses, to prepare them for entrance into the program.
    Pre or Corequisites: ENG 91 - Writing for College 1 ,  or READ 93 - Foundations of College Reading , or MATH 92 - Prealgebra  or any comination thereof. 
  
  

  • CULIN 112 - Principles of Food Preparation (Lab)

    2 credits
    Application of the scientific principles underlying correct preparation and handling of fruits, beverages, vegetables, salads, salad dressings, eggs and egg products, meat, poultry, fish, cereals, baked products, and starch-thickened products. Emphasis is placed on the correct techniques of handling, preparing, and presenting food; application of the principles of sanitation and safety; operation and cleaning of food preparation equipment.

    Corequisite: CULIN 111 Principles of Food Preparation (Lecture)  and HOSP 115 - Introduction to the Hospitality Industry  
    Prerequisites:

    Students must have proven themselves to be college-ready in the area of math.
    Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  

  • CULIN 124 - Quantity of Food Production (Lab)

    2 credits
    Application of the principles and practices of quantity food production, including hospitality mathematical concepts, through the planning and preparation of menus and recipes suitable for volume preparation. Students rotate through all kitchen stations and serve as Chef/Manager for the day during the semester. Students gain experience in the application of the principles of sanitation and safety in quantity food production.

    Corequisite: CULIN 123 Quantity of Food Production (Lecture)  
    Offered spring semester.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • HOSP 224 - Hospitality Human Resources Seminar

    2 credits
    Topics pertaining to the training and responsibilities of Hospitality Industry Human Resources professionals, including current regulations, requirements, laws, policies and procedures are addressed through readings and presentations of guest lecturers. Students are prepared for the Manage First Hospitality and Human Resources certification exam. Students are obligated to fulfill their degree work experience requirements at an approved job in the hospitality industry. A written report based on the students’ experiences, following specified guidelines, is an integral part of this class.

    Prerequisites: CULIN 123 - Quantity of Food Production (Lecture)  and CULIN 124 - Quantity of Food Production (Lab)  
    Offered spring semester.

Food Service Administration — Dietetic Technician (Nutrition Care) and Foods and Nutrition
  

  • NUTR 101 - Nutrition

    3 credits
    A study of the nutrients, their functions, sources, requirements and utilization. Special topics include nutritional needs of pregnant women, the athlete, and the vegetarian.

    Notes: Open to all students.
  

  • NUTR 105 - Nutrition Care 1

    3 credits
    A study of the nutrients, their functions, sources, requirements, and utilization in the body; an overview of selected problems of excess and deficiency. Required for students planning to take NUTR 115 Nutrition Care 2 .

    Offered fall semester.
  

  • NUTR 107 - Dietetic Seminar

    1 credits
    Topics related to professional organizations and obligations; preparation for employment.

    Notes: Recommended as a fourth semester course.
    Offered spring semester.
  

  • NUTR 109 - Nutrition (Nursing)

    3 credits
    Introduction to the process of assessing nutritional status; a study of the nutrients, their functions, sources, requirements, and utilization in the body throughout all stages of life. The role of the nurse is emphasized wherever applicable.
  

  • NUTR 115 - Nutrition Care 2

    3 credits
    Introduction to the process of nutritional assessment, with emphasis on the process of determining dietary intake and the tools of dietary evaluation; normal nutritional needs, and modifications for infancy, childhood, adolescence, older age, pregnancy and lactation; energy needs and problems of energy balance, including planning and calculating calorie- restricted diets.

    Prerequisites: NUTR 105 Nutrition Care 1  or departmental permission.
    Offered spring semester.
  

  • NUTR 118 - Principles of Teaching Health Care

    3 credits
    Application of the educative process in the teaching of health care to individuals and groups; principles of interviewing and counseling, considering the patient/client as an individual influenced by a multiplicity of psychological, sociological, and economic influences, in addition to the stresses of illness and hospitalization; methods of planning, implementing, and evaluating group and individual instruction.

    Offered spring semester.
  

  • NUTR 120 - Foods (and Lab)

    4 credits
    Important aspects of family and individual meal planning, purchasing and preparation of food, considering the scientific principles underlying preparation of palatable and nutritious food, vegetarianism, selected cultural and religious patterns of eating; sanitation and safety in food preparation.

    Notes: Thers is a uniform requirement for this class.
    Prerequisites: For their own safety and the safety of others in the class, students must be capable of the following basic skills and behavioral standards which are necessary for successful completion of this course. Students should not enroll in this course if they believe they cannot meet the following criteria.

    1. Able to focus on the “task at hand.”  
          a. Attention to an open flame while cooking on a gas stove.
          b. Attention when handling knives and sharp culinary equipment.
    2. Able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity while using equipment in the culinary labs.
    3. Able to function in a fast-paced and crowded work environment.
    4. Able to observe safety procedures.

    Offered fall semester.
  

  • NUTR 123 - Food Service Systems Management

    3 credits
    An overview of the principles of food service management, including development of leadership, menu planning, safety and sanitation; a practical approach to equipment and layout, purchasing, storage, and inventory; current labor problems; computer applications.

    Prerequisites: NUTR 120 - Foods (and Lab) 
    Offered spring semester.
  

  • NUTR 145 - Clinical Practicum 1

    3 credits
    Application of the theory learned in NUTR 105 Nutrition Care 1  and NUTR 115 Nutrition Care 2  to the care of healthy and sick individuals throughout the life cycle, with emphasis on those in selected health care facilities; menu correcting, diet histories, use of patients’ chart to collect information; use of various tools to estimate calorie and nutrient intake.

    Notes: NUTR 115 Nutrition Care 2  must be taken before or with this course.
    Prerequisites: NUTR 105 Nutrition Care 1  or permission of Department Chair.
    Pre or Corequisites: Pre- or Corequisite: NUTR 115 Nutrition Care 2 .
    Offered spring semester.
  
  

  • NUTR 211 - Introduction to Nutrition Care

    1 credits
    An exploration of the profession of dietetics and professional opportunities available in various work settings, with emphasis on the role of dietitians and technicians in health care facilities.

    Offered fall semester.
  

  • NUTR 245 - Clinical Practicum 2

    4 credits
    Application of the theory learned in NUTR 205 Clinical Nutrition  to the care of hospitalized patients, requiring diets modified in protein, carbohydrate, fat, calories, sodium and other nutrients; planning menus; assisting patients in the selection of menus; evaluating food intake of patients’ charts to collect information; obtaining a diet history and using it as a basis for teaching principles and characteristics of medical nutrition therapy.

    Notes: NUTR 205 Clinical Nutrition  must be taken before or with this class. Clinical hrs: 12.
    Prerequisites: NUTR 145 Clinical Practicum 1 .
    Pre or Corequisites: Pre- or Corequisite:  NUTR 205 Clinical Nutrition .
    Offered fall semester.
  

  • NUTR 247 - Clinical Practicum 3

    4 credits
    Application of management and clinical principles related to the provision of nutrition care as practiced by the dietetic technician.

    Prerequisites: NUTR 245 Clinical Practicum 2  or departmental permission.
    Pre or Corequisites: Pre- or Corequisite: NUTR 123 Food Service Systems Management .
    Offered spring semester.

French
  

  • FREN 101 - Elementary French 1

    4 credits
    This introductory course for beginning students of French develops the four language communication skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It introduces basic vocabulary and grammar and provides opportunities for students to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the French culture.

    Notes: No more than one year of high school French.
    Offered fall and spring semesters.
  
  

  • FREN 103 - Beginning French Conversation 1

    3 credits
    Basic conversation course for beginners, which emphasizes the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing using real life situations.

    Offered summer semester.
  

  • FREN 201 - Intermediate French 1

    3 credits
    This is an intermediate level French course for students who have completed at least three years of high school French, French 102, or the equivalent. It provides students with an opportunity to develop their linguistic as well as communicative competencies in French based on readings of a literary and cultural nature while providing for additional review of grammar in the context of the reading selections. This course is conducted in French.

    Prerequisites: FREN 102 Elementary French 2  or equivalent.
    Offered fall semester.
  

  • FREN 203 - Intermediate French Conversation 1

    3 credits
    Designed to provide the student with an opportunity to further master basic vocabulary, structures, and idiomatic expressions through readings, discussions, and role-playing. This course is conducted in French.

    Prerequisites: FREN 201 Intermediate French 1  or the equivalent.
    Offered spring semester.

Geography
  

  • GEOG 101 - World Geography

    3 credits
    This course provides an introductory survey of the study of geography as a social science which emphasizes the relevance of geographic concepts to human problems. Attention is focused on peoples, cultures and resources within a global context. Maps are used extensively throughout the course.

    Prerequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research .

German
  

  • GER 101 - Elementary German 1

    4 credits
    This introductory course for beginning students of German develops the four language communication skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It introduces basic vocabulary and grammar and provides opportunities for students to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the German culture.

    Notes: No more than one year of high school German.
    Offered fall semester. modern language or elective credits
  

Global Business
  

  • GLBUS 201 - Global Business

    3 credits
    This course will examine the major issues concerning a business environment characterized by rapid globalization and change. The course will focus primarily on emerging and non-Western economies, and will explore in-depth the cultural, historical, legal, political, economic, technological, and environmental factors that affect global business. Topics such as the scope of international business, multinational firms, government policies, trade theories, and sustainability are also explored.

    Notes: May be taken for Honors credit with approval from the Business Program co-directors.
    Prerequisites: MGT 101 - Business Organization and Management  
  

  • GLBUS 203 - Global Marketing

    3 credits
    This course with equip students will the analytical tools, research skills, and terminology involved in developing a global mindset. Students will analyze the related cultural, social, economic, political, and legal considerations; they will develop analytical frameworks crucial for managerial decision-making; and they will conduct in-depth research into a specific non-Western or emerging economy and develop a comprehensive strategic marketing plan to expand into that market.

    Pre or Corequisites: GLBUS 201 - Global Business  

Health & Human Performance
  

  • HHP 101 - Personal Training

    3 credits
    This course will prepare and qualify students to work as personal trainers. Students will learn to: properly screen and evaluate clients for safe participation in an exercise program, design and implement exercise prescriptions for multiple populations an goal attainment, and apply the principles of exercise in a personal training environment. The professional Personal Training credential is available through the National Council on Strength and Fitness.

    Corequisite: HHP 102 - Personal Training Internship  
    Prerequisites: BIOL 121 - Anatomy and Physiology 1 (and Lab)  
  

  • HHP 102 - Personal Training Internship

    1 credits
    This internship will allow students to apply knowledge and skills learned in the capstone course (HHP 101 ) in a professional fitness setting, under the guidance of fitness professionals. Instruction will include discussion and observation of facilities management and safety; it will include direct observation and participation at on off-campus facility. (*Available only to students who take HHP 101 ; placement must be approved by the Curriculum Chair.)

    Corequisite: HHP 101 - Personal Training  
  

  • HHP 120 - Trends in Fitness & Human Performance

    1 credits
    This course introduces students to the most current concepts, trends and programs in: personal fitness, group fitness, sports performance and functional training. Students will learn basic fundamentals of each fitness discipline through discussion and the use of cardiovascular equipment, traditional free weights, and fitness machines.
  

  • HHP 130 - Fitness Assessment and Prescription

    3 credits
    This course will examine diverse aspects of exercise testing, fitness assessment, body composition analysis, muscular endurance assessment, and flexibility. Students will be instructed how to assess, interpret the findings of the assessments, and use the information to create specific exercise prescriptions for various populations.
  

  • HHP 140 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

    3 credits
    This course focuses on the prevention, recognition, treatment, rehabilitation, and basic care of
    sports injuries. It is designed for students intending to pursue careers in coaching, athletic
    training, fitness, physical education, or other areas related to exercise science and sports science.
    Topics include: the evaluation and care of injuries, sports nutrition, physical fitness, legal
    responsibilities, substance abuse, and wrapping and taping techniques.
  

  • HHP 150 - Foundations of Coaching

    3 credits
    The course will familiarize students with primary concepts common to all sports. It will focus on essential philosophies, theories, and methods for planning, organizing and managing athletic programs. The development of individual and team fundamentals, team strategies, offensive and defensive skills, and the overall administration of a youth, high school or college program will be emphasized.
  

  • HHP 160 - Principles of Athletic Training

    3 credits
    This introductory course is designed for initial exposure to the athletic training profession. The
    student will gain insight into the profession, the preparation, and the role of the athletic healthcare
    professional in various settings. This course will also introduce students to basic clinical
    techniques in the prevention and management of athletic injuries.
  

  • HHP 200 - Exercise Physiology & Lab

    4 credits
    This course will study the response of the human body to physical activity, exercise and stress. It will examine the affects of: acute and repeated bouts of exercise, environmental factors, gender and age on metabolic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and respiratory function. The affect of physical activity upon disease, prevention and rehabilitation will be discussed. (*Recommended for students who plan to work in an existing fitness facility.)

    Prerequisites: BIOL 121 - Anatomy and Physiology 1 (and Lab)  
  

  • HHP 220 - Kinesiology

    3 credits
    Students will examine the biomechanical basis of movement in sport and exercise, and will identify essential elements for basic motor skills. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship between the skeletal & neuromuscular systems, and how these systems affect both coordinated movement and athletic performance.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 121 - Anatomy and Physiology 1 (and Lab)  

Health Information Technology
  

  • HIT 120 - Introduction to Health Information Management

    3 credits
    Students develop a broad understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and the role of the healthcare administration professional. Instructor 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. 

    Pre or Corequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research  and HCTAL 101 - Medical Terminology  
    Offered fall and spring semesters.
  

  • HIT 140 - Health Care Reimbursement

    3 credits
    Students develop an understanding of healthcare billing and reimbursement. Students will learn about health insurance plans and how to submit healthcare claims to the insurance companies for reimbursement and the related legal and regulatory guidelines for reimbursement. Compliance strategies and reporting will be discussed. Students will learn to input patient demographic information, insurance information, post payments to patient accounts, run financial reports as well as patient statements. The ethical standards of practice for billing and coding will be discussed.

    Prerequisites: HIT 120 - Introduction to Health Information Management   and  HCTAL 101 - Medical Terminology  
  

  • HIT 150 - Advanced Health Information

    3 credits
    Students develop a broad understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and the role of the healthcare administration professional. Instruction includes health insurance and medical records management; patient relations; government policies, regulations, audits, medical ethics and legal issues, compliance, HIPAA and professional development. Students will also gain experience in utilizing electronic health records and process requests for release of information, as well as create policies and develop career advancement strategy.

    Corequisite: HIT 210 - Intro to ICD-10  
    Prerequisites: HIT 120 - Introduction to Health Information Management  
  
  

  • HIT 220 - CPT-4/HCPCS

    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.

    Notes: Long Title: Current Procedural Terminology, 4th edition/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
    Corequisite: HIT 210: ICD-10
    Prerequisites: HIT 120: Introduction to Health Information Management
  

  • HIT 230 - Advanced ICD - 10

    3 credits
    A comprehensive course involving study of the full range of administrative code sets applicable in today’s healthcare environment for reporting diagnoses, procedures, and services. A student at the intermediate level will learn to apply code set conventions, guidelines and principles for ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT codes. This course takes a systematic approach to hospital inpatient and ambulatory care coding emphasizing specific and correct coding procedures and techniques.

    Corequisite: HIT 220 - CPT-4/HCPCS  
    Prerequisites: HIT 210 - Intro to ICD-10  
  

  • HIT 250 - Professional Practice Experience 1: Coding

    2 credits
    Students practice authentic coding using industry standard software programs via V-lab to apply current knowledge of ICD-10 principles and guidelines. Apply knowledge of CPT-4/HCPCS coding as well as demonstrate an understanding of E & M levels. Students will also gain experience in practicing for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) national coding credentialing examination through the CCA simulation exam.  

    Prerequisites: HIT 150 - Advanced Health Information , HIT 220 - CPT-4/HCPCS  and HIT 230 - Advanced ICD - 10  
  
  

  • HIT 270 - Healthcare Statistics & Research

    3 credits
    This course covers maintenance, compilation, analysis, and presentation of healthcare statistics and research protocols and techniques. Topics include basic statistical principles, indices, databases, registries, vital statistics, descriptive statistics, research protocol monitoring and knowledge-based research techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to apply, interpret, and present healthcare statistics and utilize research techniques to gather and interpret healthcare data.

    Corequisite: HIT 260 - Health Information Technologies  and HIT 280 - Health Leadership and Management  
    Prerequisites: HIT 250 - Professional Practice Experience 1: Coding  
  
  

History
  

  • HIS 101 - Western Civilization to 1648

    3 credits
    This course is a survey of the history of Western Civilization from its earliest manifestations through the 17th century. The course begins with the birth of civilization, proceeds through Greek and Roman times to the Middle Ages and finally explores the Renaissance, the Reformation, the absolutist monarchies and the Scientific Revolution, ending with the Thirty-Years War and the formation of the nation state.

    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 102 - Western Civilization 2 1648-1914

    3 credits
    This course is a survey of events in Europe from the 18th century Age of Enlightenment until the First World War. The student are introduced to the ideas surrounding the French Revolution and the victory of democracy over the feudal aristocracy, the reform socialist movements of the industrial 19th century and the clash of empires leading to the global warfare in the 20th century.

    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 104 - Global History to 1648

    3 credits
    This course is a survey of global history from its origins in the fifth century B.C. in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East until the 16th century rise of Western Europe and colonial domination. A thematic approach enables the student to sort through large amounts of factual material to find patterns of development while maintaining sensitivity to cultural and ethnic differences. The rise and decline of major civilizations, the transition from an agrarian to an urban economy and the nature of warfare constitute some of the issues to be elaborated in this class. Emphasis is placed on exploring the historical roots of contemporary conflicts.

    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 106 - Global History from 1648

    3 credits
    This course is a survey of global history from the 16th century to the present. It explores the origins of the modern era and the forces, which have shaped the 20th century global relations. Attention is given to the development of Western democratic institutions through the English, French, and American revolutions and the European expansion into all corners of the world in the form of colonialism. The response of non-western societies to that expansion dominates much of the course and special emphasis is placed on the resultant changes in Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The course also covers the effects of modern warfare on humankind and new international institutions as the world enters the 21st century.

    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 107H - Topics Global History-Honors

    3 credits
    This course is a survey of global history from earliest times to the present. It explores themes constant throughout that period to find patterns of development of governmental institutions and economic systems emphasizing the non- western as well as western experience. The rise and decline of major civilizations, the transitions from an agrarian to an urban industrial and now post-industrial society and the nature of warfare are examined. Emphasis is placed on discovering the historical roots of contemporary conflicts.

    Prerequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research .
  

  • HIS 110 - U.S. History Colonial-1800

    3 credits
    This course provides an in-depth analysis of transition in American history from colonial beginnings to an independent national state. It explores clashes or interests, sectional differences, and power conflicts as a new democratic system emerged. Emphasis is placed on changes in local institutions and on cultural and class diversity.
  

  • HIS 111 - 19th Century U.S. History

    3 credits
    This course explores the history of the United States from 1800 to the Spanish-American-Cuban War of 1898. Students study the growth of American institution, the struggles over slavery, the causes and consequences of the Civil War, and the development of industrialism. Special attention is paid to Western expansion, the handling of the Indian affairs, and the broadening of political participation.

    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 112 - 20th Century United States History

    3 credits
    The students examine the history of the United States from pre-World War I to the present; the development and impact of big business; the Progressive Era and World War II; the return to normalcy and the Depression; recovery and the New Deal; World War II and its aftermath; the Cold War, Korea, civil rights; the Kennedy administration and beyond.

    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 112H - 20th Century United States History-Honors

    3 credits
    This course presents a history of the United States from the Spanish-American War to the present; the development and impact of big business; the Progressive Era and World War I; the return to normalcy and the Depression; recovery and the New Deal; World War II and its aftermath; the Cold War, Korea, Civil Rights; the Kennedy Administration. It is designed to provide a background in United States social, economic and diplomatic developments in the 20th century.

    Prerequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research .
    Not offered every semester.
  

  • HIS 114 - US Constitutional History

    3 credits
    This course explores the historical roots and evolution of the U.S. Constitution from 1787 to the present, beginning with an examination of the document itself in the context of 18th century political theory and social relations as mirrored in the lives of its drafters, and continuing with an analysis of the constitutional controversies over broadening civil rights and popular participation of society through Constitutional amendment.
  

  • HIS 115 - Modern Europe

    3 credits
    The breakdown of Europe after World War I; the development of totalitarianism and World War II; the emergence of the new European community and east-west relations; designed for students with some knowledge of world history and a special interest in contemporary European affairs.
  

  • HIS 119 - Modern Latin America

    3 credits
    This course is a study of Latin American history and geography to the present. The course of study primarily focuses on 20th century political, economic, social and cultural history of Latin America. Key issues covered include the relationship of Latin American nations among themselves and with the rest of the world. Course examines historical roots of region tensions, national economies, political instability, reform movements and revolutions. The course focuses on evolving role of women, religious upheavals, cultural/artistic movements and problems of sovereignty.
  

  • HIS 128 - African History to 1600

    3 credits
    The students examine the history of Africa from man’s beginning to 1600 AD. This course focuses on the main topics of pre-colonial history such as: Africa at the dawn of history and the beginning of organized societies; early empires of North, West, East, South and Central Africa. Special attention is paid to the African Atlantic slave trade and its impact on Africa.
  

  • HIS 129 - Caribbean History

    3 credits
    This course offers an examination of today’s multi- cultural Caribbean. The focus is on the region and the diverse forces that have and continue to shape the culture and society. Regional geography for the course focuses on both Greater and Lesser Antilles, as well as South America, and on the Country of Guyana. Emphasis of the course is on connecting historical processes to the diverse cultural, ethnic, political and social structures of the contemporary Caribbean.
  

  • HIS 131 - Modern Africa

    3 credits
    The students examine the history of history of Africa from the early 1600s to the present. Major topics of discussion are the colonization of Africa by the European nations, the African independence movement, and Africa’s challenges, achievements and problems today. This course also focuses on pre-colonial African cultural institutions (social, economic, political, educational and religious) and the impact of colonialism on pre-colonial African cultures.
  

  • HIS 133 - African American History to 1865

    3 credits
    This American history course covers Africans and African Americans until the end of the Civil War. The African continent to 1600, the Atlantic Slave Trade in North America and The British North American settlements. 18th century topics include: The Struggle for Independence and The New Nation. 19th century conclusion includes: Antebellum America, Slavery, Opposition to Slavery, the Election of 1860, the Civil War, Emancipation Proclamation, and the end of the Civil War in 1865.

    Notes: Students who complete this course cannot use HIS 121  to fulfill degree and/or general education requirements.
    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 134 - African American History from 1865 to Present

    3 credits
    This course begins after 1865 building on  HIS 133 - African American History to 1865  to emphasize political, economic, social and cultural institutions which shaped the African American experience through the early 21st century.  Topics include: African American leadership in the late 19th century, migration, African Americans and WW I & II; the Civil Rights movements to 1980; the election of Barack Obama and African American developments to the present.

    Notes: Students who complete this course cannot use HIS 121  to fulfill degree and/or general education requirements.
    Pre or Corequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2  or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2 , or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take this course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research  or are taking it as a corequisite.
  

  • HIS 218H - Cambridge History-Honors

    3 credits
    This course consists of three weeks of intensive study with Cambridge University professors and a Westchester Community College Honors instructor. Pre- and Post-Cambridge conferences for preparation and assessment are required. Students register for two specialized seminars in History Summer School at Cambridge and attend two classes per day, in addition to morning plenary lectures. All written work is submitted to and graded by the Westchester Community College instructor. Students will receive a Certificate of Completion from Cambridge University.

    Notes: Students register for two specialized seminars in History Summer School at Cambridge and attend two classes per day, in addition to morning plenary lectures. All written work is submitted to and graded by the college instructor. Certificate of Completion from Cambridge University; four Westchester Community College Honors History credits.
    Prerequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research  and ENG 102 - Writing and Literature . Admission to the college Honors Program and permission from the instructor.
  

  • HIS 220 - Great Trials in History

    3 credits
    This is a survey course of famous trials in legal, historical, political, social and literary context starting with a foundation in how societies define law. The class will study twelve trials in-depth using both specific and comparative analysis. Critical thinking and analysis of the cases are integral to the course which will span over 2000 years of legal judgment.

    Prerequisites: ENG 101 - Writing and Research  (or ENG 101H - Writing and Research - Honors ).

Human Services
  

  • HSERV 101 - Introduction to Human Services

    3 credits
    A historical framework for the present delivery of human services in areas including income maintenance, children’s services, family services, aging, alcohol and substance abuse, mental health, and services for persons with disabilities in a multicultural society. Students learn about basic human needs and how unmet needs create social problems which require societal responses. The class explores the different methods, careers, and job opportunities in the various helping professions, and the goals of the human services curriculum in particular.
  

  • HSERV 102 - Human Behavior and Social Development/Lifespan

    3 credits
    Examination of individual development within the context of the immediate environment and the larger multicultural societal environment. In examining the developmental process and tasks related to the human life cycle, students are exposed to concepts of sociobiology, psychosocial, behavioral and psychoanalytic theory. The theories of Freud and Erickson are emphasized and integrated into the overall systems framework.

    Notes: Was HSERV 103 previous to Fall 2010.
  

  • HSERV 200 - Ethnic and Cultural Diversity

    3 credits
    This course is designed to provide students with an orientation to inter-group relations that are grounded in economic, political, psychological and sociological theories and concepts. The beginning of the course focuses on developing a framework for examining different theoretical concepts that help in understanding minority group experiences. It then focuses on different strategies for accomplishing change. Finally it focuses on current issues and problems facing the major minority groups in the US today (African-Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Asians, American Indians, Women, GBLT, and the disabled). Emphasis is placed on self-examination, understanding the diversity of the American experience and embracing multiculturalism.

    Notes: Was HSERV 205A previous to Fall 2010.
  

  • HSERV 224 - Introduction to Research and Statistical Methods

    3 credits
    This course is designed to prepare students to read, critically evaluate, and use research in Human Services. The course will provide the basic concepts of probability, descriptive, and inferential statistics and how they are utilized in research. Course content includes: scientific method, literature review, ethical standards, research methodology and design, tools of descriptive statistics, statistical problem solving, and the review and utilization of research findings.

    Prerequisites: HSERV 260 - Group Dynamics and Leadership  
  

  • HSERV 260 - Group Dynamics and Leadership

    4 credits

    This course accompanies HSERV 261 Human Services Field Experience 1  and provides the opportunity for students to integrate their first field work experience with the basic concepts in the social systems approach to helping. Students learn about group dynamics and development. In weekly program skills workshops, students exercise leadership and group membership roles. The class also explores human service value assumptions as well as the many roles of the helping person.

    Notes: Was HSERV 110 previous to Fall 2010.

     
    Corequisite: HSERV 261 Human Services Field Experience 1 .
    Prerequisites: HSERV 101 Introduction to Human Services .
  

  • HSERV 261 - Human Services Field Experience 1

    3 credits
    Accompanies HSERV 260 Group Dynamics and Leadership  course and requires nine hours/week in a human services agency or school where students provide services to individuals or groups. Students are supervised by professional human service workers who help them learn about the function and the structure of the agencies, develop beginning skills in observation, group dynamics, communication, and developing relationships. Students maintain written records of their activities which are used in the linked seminar as a basis for classroom discussion.

    Notes: Was HSERV 109 previous to Fall 2010.
    Corequisite: HSERV 260 Group Dynamics and Leadership .
  

  • HSERV 262 - Methods in the Helping Process

    3 credits
    Accompanies HSERV 263 Human Services Field Experience 2  and provides continued opportunity for students to integrate field work experience with the social systems approach to helping. The class learns the basic skills of the helping process, including interviewing techniques. Students examine their own value systems, strengths and weaknesses, and how these may affect their interpersonal relationships in a multicultural society. They analyze their field settings, use of helping skills, behavioral concepts, and they assess the utility and limitations of the tools of the human service worker.

    Notes: Was HSERV 201 previous to Fall 2010.
    Corequisite: HSERV 263 Human Services Field Experience 2 .
    Prerequisites: HSERV 260 Group Dynamics and Leadership .
  

  • HSERV 263 - Human Services Field Experience 2

    3 credits

    This field experience, which accompanies HSERV 262 Methods in the Helping Process , requires nine hours a week in a human services agency or school where students continue to perform tasks related and essential to the service offered by the agency. Under the supervision of a professional human services worker, students further develop intensive communications skills such as interviewing, 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 seminar as a basis for classroom discussion.

    Notes: Was HSERV 203 previous to Fall 2010.

     
    Corequisite: HSERV 262 Methods in the Helping Process .
    Prerequisites: HSERV 261 Human Services Field Experience 1 .
  

  • HSERV 264 - Case Management

    3 credits
    Students will learn the necessary skills needed to micro and macro manage individuals and families in need of comprehensive services.  Students will learn how to work with their clients in setting up service plans, identifying resources, and developing strategies for the implementation of services.

    Corequisite: HSERV 265 Human Services Field Experience 3 .
    Prerequisites: HSERV 260 - Group Dynamics and Leadership  
  

  • HSERV 265 - Human Services Field Experience 3

    3 credits
    One hundred twenty-six hours per semester of supervised internship are required in a human service agency or school where students continue to provide services to individuals and groups under professional supervision. Particular emphasis is placed on the understanding of case management skills, advocacy, effective interventions, resource identification, assessment and evaluation.

    Notes: Was HSERV 207A prior to Fall 2010.
    Corequisite: HSERV 264 Case Management .
    Prerequisites: HSERV 261 Human Services Field Experience 1 .
  

  • HSERV 310 - Group Dynamics - Teachers Center

    4 credits
    This course accompanies HSERV 261 Human Services Field Experience 1  and provides the opportunity for students to integrate their first field work experience with the basic concepts in the social systems approach to helping. Students learn about group dynamics and development. In weekly program skills workshops, students exercise leadership and group membership roles. The class also explores human service value assumptions as well as the many roles of the helping person.

    Corequisite: HSERV 261 Human Services Field Experience 1 .
    Prerequisites: HSERV 101 Introduction to Human Services .
  

  • HSERV 311 - Human Services 1 Field Experience - Teacher’s Center

    3 credits
    Accompanies HSERV 260 Group Dynamics and Leadership  course and requires nine hours/week in a human services agency or school where students provide services to individuals or groups. Students are supervised by professional human service workers who help them learn about the function and the structure of the agencies, develop beginning skills in observation, group dynamics, communication, and developing relationships. Students maintain written records of their activities which are used in the linked seminar as a basis for classroom discussion.

    Corequisite: HSERV 260 Group Dynamics and Leadership .
 

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