May 12, 2024  
2019-2020 NOVA Catalog 
    
2019-2020 NOVA Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


  

 

Information Technology Networking

  
  • ITN 120 - Wireless: Network Administration (W-NA) (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 100  or ITN 101 . Corequisite(s): ITN 101. Provides instruction in fundamentals of radio frequency and spread spectrum technology and wireless networking systems implementation and design. Includes radio frequency and spread spectrum concepts, 802.11 standards and regulations, wireless network architecture, topology, software, equipment, OSI Model, site surveys, security features, and the design and implementation of wireless network solutions. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 154 - Networking Fundamentals: Cisco (4 CR.)


    Provides introduction to networking using the OSI reference model. Includes data encapsulation, TCP/IP suite, routing, IP addressing, and structured cabling design and implementation. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 155 - Introductory Routing: Cisco (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 154 . Features an introduction to basic router configuration using Cisco IOS software. Includes system components, interface configuration, IP network design, troubleshooting techniques, configuration and verification of IP addresses, and router protocols. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 156 - Basic Switching and Routing: Cisco (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 155 . Centers instruction in LAN segmentation using bridges, routers, and switches. Includes fast Ethernet, access lists, routing protocols, spanning tree protocol, virtual LANs, and network management. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 157 - WAN Technologies: Cisco (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 156 . Concentrates on an introduction to Wide Area Networking (WANs). Includes WAN design, LAPB, Frame Relay, ISDN, HDLC, and PPP. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 170 - Linux System Administration (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITE 115  orITE 119 . Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration, and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 171 - UNIX I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITE 115  or ITE 119 . Provides an introduction to UNIX operating systems. Teaches login procedures, file creation, UNIX file structure, input/output control, and the UNIX shell. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 200 - Administration of Network Resources (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 100  or ITN 101 . Students must be able to read and write at a college level. Focuses on the management of local area network servers. Teaches proper structuring of security systems. Explains print queues, disk management, and other local area network (LAN) issues. Presents concerns and issues for the purchase and installation of hardware and software upgrades. Can be taught using any network operating system or a range of operating systems as a delivery tool. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 208 - Protocols and Communications TCP/IP (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 100  or ITN 101 . Centers on providing an understanding of the TCP/IP suite and the details of its implementation, which are treated by discussing IP addressing, the structure of frames, and protocol headers that enable communication between two computers. Discusses IP routing, tunneling, SNMP, and security. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 213 - Information Storage and Management (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITD 256  and ITN 257 .  Focuses on advanced storage systems, protocol, and architectures including Storage Area Networks (SAN), Network Attached Storage (NAS), Fibre Channel Networks, Internet Protocol SANs (IPSAN), iSCSI, and Content Addressable Storage (CAS). Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 245 - Network Troubleshooting (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 100  or ITN 101 . Students must be able to read and write at a college level. Focuses on servicing and maintaining local area networks (LANs). Teaches network installation, network troubleshooting, installation of file servers and workstations, configuring of network boards and cables, and diagnosing common network problems. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 254 - Virtual Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 257  and (ITN 101  or ITN 100 ) and (ITN 170  or ITN 171 )  Explores concepts and capabilities of virtual architecture with a focus on the installation, configuration, and management of a virtual infrastructure, ESX Server, and Virtual Center. Covers fundamentals of virtual network design and implementation, fundamentals of storage area networks, virtual switching, virtual system management, and engineering for high availability. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 255 - Virtual Infrastructure: Deployment, Security, and Analysis (4 CR.)


    Focuses on the deployment, security, and analysis of the virtual infrastructure, including scripted installations, advanced virtual switching for security, server monitoring for health and resource management, high-availability management, system backups, and fault analysis. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 257 - Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services (3 CR.)


    Focuses on cloud infrastructure, deployment, security models, and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing. Covers the technologies and processes required to build traditional, virtualized, and cloud data center environments, including computation, storage, networking, desktop and application virtualization, business continuity, security, and management. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 260 - Network Security Basics (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 100  or ITN 101  or networking/network protocols knowledge. Explores the basics of network security in depth. Includes security objectives, security architecture, security models, and security layers. Discusses risk management, network security policy, and security training. Discusses the five security keys: confidentiality, integrity, availability, accountability, and auditability. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime, and Hacking (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 260  or instructor’s permission. Provides an in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the point of view of hackers and their attack methodologies. Discusses hackers, attacks, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), malicious code, computer crime, and industrial espionage. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security, and Authentication (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 260  or instructor’s permission. Provides an in-depth exploration of various communication protocols with a concentration on TCP/IP. Explores communication protocols from the point of view of the hacker in order to highlight protocol weaknesses. Discusses Internet architecture, routing, addressing, topology, fragmentation, and protocol analysis. Includes the use of various utilities to explore TCP/IP. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 263 - Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-Commerce Security (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 260  or instructor’s permission. Provides an in-depth exploration of firewalls, web security, and e-commerce security. Explores firewall concepts, types, topology, and the firewall’s relationship to the TCP/IP protocol. Explores client/server architecture, the web server, HTML, and HTTP in relation to web security. Discusses digital certification, 7D.509, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 266 - Network Security Layers (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 260  or instructor’s permission. Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores network security from the point of view of the environment in which the network operates and the necessity to secure that environment in order to lower the risk to the network. Discusses physical security, personnel security, operating system security, software security, and database security. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 267 - Cyberlaw (3 CR.)


    Provides an in-depth exploration of the civil and common law issues that apply to network security. Explores statutes, jurisdictional and constitutional issues related to computer crime and privacy. Discusses rules of evidence, seizure and evidence handling, court presentation, and computer privacy in the digital age. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 270 - Advanced Linux Network Administration (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 170 . Focuses instruction on the configuration and administration of the Linux operating system as a network server. Emphasizes the configuration of common network services such as routing, http, DNS, DHCP, ftp, telnet, SMB, NFS, and NIS. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 276 - Computer Forensics I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 106  and ITN 107 . Corequisite(s): ITN 260. Teaches computer forensic investigation techniques for collecting computer-related evidence at the physical layer from a variety of digital media, (hard drives, compact flash, and PDAs) and performing analysis at the file system layer. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 277 - Computer Forensics II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITN 276 . Develops skills in the forensic extraction of computer evidence at a logical level using a variety of operating systems and applications (i.e. e-mail), and learn techniques for recovering data from virtual memory, temporary Internet files, and intentionally hidden files. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Information Technology Programming

  
  • ITP 100 - Software Design (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): Placement in MTH 154  or higher. Introduces principles and practices of software development. Includes instruction in critical thinking, problem solving skills, and essential programming logic in structured and object-oriented design using contemporary tools. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 112 - Visual Basic .NET I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Teaches fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Visual Basic .NET and the .NET framework. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of graphical user interface applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 120 - Java Programming I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Teaches fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Java. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of console and graphical user interface applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 130 - C Programming I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Teaches fundamentals of structured programming using C. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of console applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 132 - C++ Programming I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Presents fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C++. Course content emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of C++ applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 134 - Visual C++ Programming I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 .  Presents fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C++ for GUI applications.  Emphasizes software design and construction using the concepts of foundation classes.   Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 136 - C# Programming I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100. Presents instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C#. Course content emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of applications within the .NET framework. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 137 - Programming IOS Devices (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Examines object-oriented Objective C design and programming concepts for Mac OS X, iPhone, and iPad. Introduces the tools and APIs for the latest iOS SDK, and how they fit together to build full-featured iOS and Mac OS X applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 140 - Client Side Scripting (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100  and ITD 110 . Provides instruction in fundamentals of Internet application design, development, and deployment using client side scripting language(s).      Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 165 - Gaming and Simulation (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): MTH 154 . Corequisite(s): ITP 100. Introduces students to the concepts and applications of gaming and simulation through the use of gaming and simulation tools, as well as through basic programming skills. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 170 - Project Management (3 CR.)


    Introduces the concepts of project management as defined by the Project Management Institute, the accreditation body for project management. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 220 - Java Programing (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 120 . Imparts instruction in application of advanced object-oriented techniques to application development using Java. Emphasizes database connectivity, inner classes, collection classes, networking, and threads. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 225 - Web Scripting Languages (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100  and ITD 110 . Introduces students to the principles, systems, and tools used to implement web applications. Provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the programming tools and skills required to build and maintain interactive websites. Students will develop web applications utilizing client-side and server-side scripting languages along with auxiliary tools needed for complete applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 226 - Mobile Java Development (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Provides the necessary design and programming skills required for developing applications on mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, etc.). Utilize the Java-based Android Development Kit to create Android applications, from concept to business model to final product. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 227 - Advanced Android Application Development (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 226   or Instructor Permission. Focuses on the development of the advanced Android app. Surveys tools, technologies, principles, and patterns that underpin all Android app development. Emphasizes communication protocols in the Android Platform and secure coding practices of mobile app development. Lecture 4 hours. 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 230 - C Programming II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 130 . Teaches advanced structured techniques to application development using C. Emphasizes database structures, database connectivity, and operating system components. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 234 - Visual C++ Programming II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 134. Instruction in advanced concepts of foundation classes for graphical user interfaces. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 236 - C# Programming II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 136 . Focuses instruction on advanced object-oriented techniques using C# for application development. Emphasizes database connectivity and networking using the .NET Framework. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 244 - ASP.NET: Server-Side Programming (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 112  or ITP 136 . Provides instruction in creation of ASP.NET web applications to deliver dynamic content to a website utilizing server controls, web forms, and web services to accomplish complex data access tasks. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 246 - Java: Server-Side Programming (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 120 . Provides instruction in application and integration of web-based clients and server-side Java to three-tier business applications. Course content will use tools UML, XML, Java servlets, JSPs, and JDBC database access. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 251 - Systems Analysis and Design (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITE 115  or ITE 119 , and ITP 100 . Focuses on application of information technologies (IT) to system life cycle methodology, systems analysis, systems design, and system implementation practices. Methodologies related to identification of information requirements, feasibility in the areas of economic, technical, and social requirements, and related issues are included. Software applications may be used to enhance student skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 265 - Concepts of Simulation (4 CR.)


    Expands the application of discrete event simulation and introduces continuous simulation. Develops object-oriented programming techniques. Presents distributed modeling and simulation network communication protocols. Explores the practical applications of distributed simulations in industry. Lecture 4 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 270 - Programming for Cybersecurity (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITP 100 . Teaches scripting and software development techniques for automating security tasks such as network monitoring and penetration testing using Python. Additional topics include writing custom tools and the basics of developing software exploits. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Instrumentation

  
  • INS 230 - Instrumentation I (3 CR.)


    Presents the fundamental scientific principles of process control including temperature, pressure, level, and flow measurements. Topics include transducers, thermometers, and gauges are introduced along with calibration. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • INS 233 - Process Control Integration (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INS 230   and ELE 233 . Presents computer automation including PLCs, SCADA, and PC-based systems to control processes. Topics such as PLC control and computer data acquisition are introduced where students will use existing systems or build systems and control these systems with PLCs and computer data acquisition systems. Assesses students through test and project evaluations and the course will be assessed by graduate feedback. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

Interior Design

  
  • IDS 100 - Theory and Techniques of Interior Design (3 CR.)


    Introduces drafting and presentation, color theory, and coordination, space planning, and arrangement of furnishings. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 105 - Architectural Drafting for Interior Design (3 CR.)


    Introduces tools and equipment, lettering, methods of construction, designing, and delineation of architecture. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 106 - Three-Dimensional Drawing and Rendering (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 100 . Provides instruction in graphic presentation of three dimensionally drawn interiors. Presents the use of colored media to render 3D drawings. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 109 - Styles of Furniture and Interiors (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ART 101 . Teaches history of furnishings and interiors from the ancient world to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 130 - Introduction to Kitchen and Bath Systems (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 100  and IDS 105 .  Introduces quality kitchen and bath design elements in accordance with recognized industry standards. Presents basic components of kitchen and bath design, including assessment of existing conditions and construction systems, measurement, product selection, specification, and communication of the design. Teaches coordination of kitchen and bath design with existing structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and ventilation systems. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 205 - Materials and Sources (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 100   and IDS 105 . Presents textiles, floor and wall coverings, and window treatments. Emphasizes construction, fiber, finish, and code applications. May use research and field trips to trade sources representing these elements. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 206 - Lighting and Furnishings (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 105. Provides instruction in lighting terminology and calculations and instructions in techniques of recognizing quality of construction in furnishings and related equipment. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 215 - Theory and Research in Commercial Design (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 245   Teaches graphic standards and specifications in interior design. Explains handicap codes and fire codes for large-scale spaces. Provides programming and space planning with emphasis on systems furniture. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 221 - Designing Commercial Interiors I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 105 , IDS 106 , IDS 205 , IDS 206 , and IDS 215 . Presents problems in designing and developing presentations with emphasis on retail spaces. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 225 - Business Procedures (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 100 . Provides instruction in preparation of contracts, purchase orders, specifications, and other business forms used in the interior design field. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 235 - Antiques (3 CR.)


    Involves research, authentication, and provenance of historic objects. Covers examples of furnishings, fixtures, textiles, glass, and ceramics. May provide field trips, lectures, examination, and discussion to assist in determining age, condition, and other properties. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 245 - Computer Aided Drafting for Interior Designers (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): IDS 105   Provides instruction in the use of computer aided drafting and design software, and architectural and engineering software for developing floor plans, elevations, perspectives, shadowing and lighting, and color applications. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 246 - Advanced CADD for Interior Designers (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite or Corequisite: IDS 245  Introduces advanced methods of designing project spaces in a computer aided design-based program. Includes wire frame construction, skins, lighting the space, fly through, entourage, presentation in various oblique formats as well as one- and two-point perspective views. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 250 - Green Design for Interior Designers (3 CR.)


    Introduces interior design solutions that support the environment and can be utilized in new and existing structures. Includes the principles of Green Design and steps in producing design solutions using natural and toxin-free materials. Covers material sources, interior finishes, furnishings and lighting, and their applications. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • IDS 285 - Portfolio and Resume Preparation for Interior Designers (3 CR.)


    Introduces the proper elements of a professional resume for employment in the field. Focuses on the preparation of portfolio content, recorded images, and construction methods. Introduces various methods of digital production of portfolio materials, as well as traditional formats. Includes detailed instruction on proper oral presentation skills, interview preparation and techniques, and professional dress and behaviors. Lecture 2 Hours. Laboratory 2 Hours. Total 4 hours per week

Interpreter Education

Additional sign language courses are listed under American Sign Language (ASL).

  
  • INT 105 - Interpreting Foundations I (3 CR.)


    Develops fundamental skills of interpreting, including cognitive processes and intralingual language development in English and ASL. Reviews Process Models of Interpreting, and uses one to analyze interpretations. Develops feedback skills essential to the team interpreting process. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 106 - Interpreting Foundations II (3 CR.)


    Develops fundamental skills of interpreting, including cognitive processes and intralingual language development in English and ASL. Reviews Process Models of Interpreting, and uses one to analyze interpretations. Develops feedback skills essential to the team interpreting process. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 107 - Translation Skills (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 105  and ASL 262 . Continues developing fundamental skills needed for the task of interpreting targets, comprehending source language (either ASL or English), transferring content into memory store (breaking from original form), restructuring into target language, maintaining message equivalence, conveying implicit and inferred information, and applying appropriate discourse structure. Reviews Process Model of interpreting, and uses it to analyze translations. Further develops feedback skills essential to the team interpreting process. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 130 - Interpreting: Introduction to Profession (3 CR.)


    Introduction to the Profession Introduces basic principles and practices of interpreting, focusing on the history of the profession, logistics of interpreting situations, regulatory and legislative issues, resources, and the Code of Ethics. Describes the state quality assurance screening and national certification exam systems, including test procedures. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 133 - ASL-to-English Interpretation I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 107 . Begins consecutively interpreting monologues from the source language (ASL) to the target language (English). Watch entire ASL monologues, process them, analyze them, then choose appropriate English to match the message. Eventually interpret the monologue into English. Puts interpreting theory into practice in a lab environment. Conducts research in the field of interpretation. Develops team interpreting techniques. Interacts with consumers of ASL-English interpretation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 134 - English-to-ASL Interpretation I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 107 . Begins consecutively interpreting monologues from the source language (English) to the target language (ASL). Listen to entire English monologues, process them, analyze them, then choose appropriate ASL to match the message. Puts interpreting theory into practice in a lab environment. Conducts research into the field of interpretation. Develops team interpreting techniques. Encourages interaction with consumers of ASL- English interpretation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 141 - Transliterating I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ASL 201 . Studies the skills required to transmit spoken English into a manual code for English or an interpreting product with more obvious English influences, and vice versa. Introduces a variety of manual codes and their relationship to American Sign Language and Contact Signing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 142 - Discourse Analysis (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ASL 202 . Introduces the study of language and communication between Deaf and hearing clients. Focuses on the features of language use and their impact on communication success in American Sign Language and spoken English. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 233 - ASL-to-English Interpretation II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 133  and INT 134 . Perform simultaneous interpretations of monologues in the source language (ASL) to the target language (English). Process an incoming ASL monologue while simultaneously producing an appropriate interpretation in English. Conduct research in the field of interpretation. Apply team interpreting techniques. Interact with consumers of interpretation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 234 - English-to-ASL Interpretation II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 133  and INT 134 . Perform simultaneous interpretations of monologues in the source language (English) into the target language (ASL). Processes an incoming English monologue while simultaneously producing an appropriate interpretation in ASL. Conduct research in the field of interpretation. Apply team interpreting techniques. Interact with consumers of interpretation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 235 - Interpreting in the Educational Setting (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ASL 102  and INT 130 . Examines the role, responsibilities, and communication techniques in the educational setting. Provides information on the nature and needs of the Deaf student and methods used in working with students who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing. Describes various communication systems used for a variety of educational environments. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 236 - Interpreting in Special Situations (3 CR.)


    Studies roles, responsibilities, and qualifications involved in interpreting in specific settings, such as medical, legal, conference, religious, and performing arts. Addresses specific linguistic and ethical concerns for each. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • INT 237 - Interpreting ASL in Safe Settings (2 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 133  and INT 144. Studies roles, responsibilities, and experiences involved in working community and educational settings, including ethical and business practices. Analyzes the specific linguistic needs of the clients, managing the environment, and resolving ethical concerns for interpreters. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • INT 250 - Dialogic Interpretation I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): INT 233  and INT 234 . Apply interpreting fundamentals. Interpret dialogs between spoken English and ASL users. Analyze interpretations by using a Process Model of Interpreting. Conduct research. Practice team interpreting skills in an interactive interpreting environment. Prepare for the interactive nature of standard interpreting evaluations. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Italian

  
  • ITA 101 - Beginning Italian I (4 CR.)


    Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Italian, and emphasizes the structure of the language. Lecture 5 hours per week.
  
  • ITA 102 - Beginning Italian II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITA 101 . Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Italian, and emphasizes the structure of the language. Lecture 5 hours per week.
  
  • ITA 103 - Basic Spoken Italian I (3 CR.)


    Teaches oral communication and introduces the student to cultural mores and customs. Recommended for students with no prior instruction in the language. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITA 104 - Basic Spoken Italian II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITA 103 . Teaches oral communication and introduces the student to cultural mores and customs. Recommended for students with no prior instruction in the language. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITA 201 - Intermediate Italian I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITA 102  or equivalent. Continues development of skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Italian. Classes conducted in Italian. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITA 202 - Intermediate Italian II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): ITA 201 . Continues development of skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Italian. Classes conducted in Italian. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Japanese

  
  • JPN 101 - Beginning Japanese I (4 CR.)


    Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese, and emphasizes the structure of the language. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • JPN 102 - Beginning Japanese II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): JPN 101 . Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese, and emphasizes the structure of the language. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • JPN 103 - Basic Spoken Japanese I (3 CR.)


    Teaches oral communication and introduces cultural mores and customs to students with no prior instruction in the language. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • JPN 104 - Basic Spoken Japanese II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): JPN 103 . Teaches oral communication and introduces cultural mores and customs to students with no prior instruction in the language. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • JPN 201 - Intermediate Japanese I (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): JPN 102 . Continues the development of the skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese. Classes conducted in Japanese. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • JPN 202 - Intermediate Japanese II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): JPN 201 . Continues the development of the skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese. Classes conducted in Japanese. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Korean

  
  • KOR 101 - Beginning Korean I (4 CR.)


    Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Korean sentence structure. Includes an introduction to Korean culture. Lecture 4hours per week.
  
  • KOR 102 - Beginning Korean II (4 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): KOR 101 . Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Korean sentence structure. Includes an introduction to Korean culture. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Latin

  
  • LAT 101 - Elementary Latin I (3 CR.)


    Teaches Latin grammar and composition. Introduces the translation of Latin literature, with special selections from Caesar and other writers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LAT 102 - Elementary Latin II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): LAT 101 . Teaches Latin grammar and composition. Introduces the translation of Latin literature, with special selections from Caesar and other writers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LAT 201 - Intermediate Latin I (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): two years high school Latin or one year college Latin. Introduces the reading of classical Latin with a review of Latin grammar, forms, and syntax. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LAT 202 - Intermediate Latin II (3 CR.)


    Prerequisite(s): LAT 201 . Introduces the reading of classical Latin with a review of Latin grammar, forms, and syntax. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Legal/Paralegal Studies

  
  • LGL 110 - Introduction to Law and the Paralegal Assistant (3 CR.)


    Introduces various areas of law in which a paralegal assistant may be employed. Includes study of the court system (Virginia and federal), as well as a brief overview of criminal law, torts, domestic relations, evidence, ethics, role of the legal assistant, and other areas of interest. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 115 - Real Estate Law (3 CR.)


    Studies law of real property, and gives in-depth survey of more common types of real estate transactions and conveyances such as deeds, contracts, leases, and deeds of trust. Focuses on drafting these various instruments, and studies the system of recording and searching public documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 117 - Family Law (3 CR.)


    Studies elements of a valid marriage, grounds for divorce and annulment, separation, defenses, custody, support, adoptions and applicable tax consequences. Includes property settlement agreements, pre- and ante-nuptial agreements, pleadings and rules of procedure. May include specific federal and Virginia consumer law. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 125 - Legal Research (3 CR.)


    Provides an understanding of various components of a law library, and emphasizes research skills through the use of digests, encyclopedias, reporter systems, codes, citations, ALR and other research tools. May include research through electronic database, overview of computer applications and writing projects. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 126 - Legal Writing (3 CR.)


    Requires placement into ENG 111 . Studies proper preparation of various legal documents, including case and appeal briefs, legal memoranda, letters, and pleadings. Involves practical applications. Lecture 3 hours per week.
 

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