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AUT 113 - Cylinder Block Service (3 CR.)
Studies basic cylinder block reconditioning, including boring, resleeving, line-boring, and deck resurfacing. Includes repair techniques for damaged block and cylinder head castings to include cold welding, brazing, welding, and epoxy. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 114 - Cylinder Head Service II (3 CR.)
Studies cylinder head reconditioning, including valve seat grinding, refacing valves, servicing valve guides, valve seat inserts, cutting for valve seals and spring, thread repair, and resurfacing mating surfaces. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AUT 113 .
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AUT 120 - Introduction to Automotive Machine Shop (3 CR.)
Introduces automotive machining operations emphasizing shop safety and the safe use of machine shop tools. Surveys basic machining operations and specialized auto machining techniques necessary for reconditioning engine and chassis components. Requires basic set of machinist’s hand tools. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Prerequisite or corequisite for all other machinist courses.
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AUT 121 - Automotive Fuel Systems I (4 CR.)
Analyzes major domestic and foreign automotive fuel systems to include carburetors and fuel injection systems. Includes detailed inspection and discussion of fuel tanks, connecting lines, instruments, filters, fuel pumps, superchargers, and turbo charger. Also includes complete diagnosis, troubleshooting, overhaul, and factory adjustment procedures of all major carbureted and fuel injection systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 122 - Automotive Fuel Systems II (4 CR.)
Analyzes major domestic and foreign automotive fuel systems to include carburetors and fuel injection systems. Includes detailed inspection and discussion of fuel tanks, connecting lines, instruments, filters, fuel pumps, superchargers, and turbo charger. Also includes complete diagnosis, troubleshooting, overhaul, and factory adjustment procedures of all major carbureted and fuel injection systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Corequisite(s): AUT 121 .
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AUT 130 - Introduction to Automotive Mechanics (3 CR.)
Introduces auto mechanics, covering auto shop safety, tool identification and use. Explains automobile system theory and function. Stresses quality work practices and job opportunities. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 136 - Automotive Vehicle Inspection (2 CR.)
Presents information on methods for performing automotive vehicle safety inspection. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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AUT 141 - Auto Power Trains I (4 CR.)
Presents operation, design, construction, and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters, as well as 2-, 3-, and 4-speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 142 - Auto Power Trains II (4 CR.)
Presents operation, design, construction, and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters, as well as 2-, 3-, and 4-speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 215 - Emissions Systems Diagnosis and Repair (2 CR.)
Presents logical diagnostic paths to identify vehicle HC-CO, O2, and NOx failure areas. Teaches a progression of failure detection from most likely to more complex causes. Emphasizes use of infrared analyzer and manufacturer’s specified adjustments. Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AUT 111 or AUT 241 or program approval.
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AUT 225 - Automotive Emissions Inspection (1 CR.)
Provides training for certified inspectors in the Virginia State Emissions Inspection Program. Emphasizes current legislation and inspection techniques using industry standard emission analyzers. Lecture 1 hour per week.
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AUT 226 - Advanced ASM Emissions Diagnostics (2 CR.)
Presents logical diagnostic strategies to identify and correct vehicle HC, CO, and NOx emissions failures. Specifically addresses the technologies and techniques required for successful diagnosis and repair of vehicles failing Acceleration Simulation Mode (ASM) and Two-Speed Idle Mode Tests. Current ASM diagnostic equipment will be introduced, discussed, and demonstrated. Lecture 2 hours per week.
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AUT 233 - Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology (4 CR.)
Presents technologies used in hybrid electrical vehicles (HEV). Includes safety, theory, diagnosis, and component replacement. Covers automotive electronics: theory, operation, and testing. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AUT 241 and AUT 242 .
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AUT 236 - Automotive Climate Control (4 CR.)
Introduces principles of refrigeration, air conditioning controls and adjustment, and general servicing of automotive air conditioning systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AUT 241 .
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AUT 241 - Automotive Electricity I (4 CR.)
Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols, and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments, gauges, and accessories. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 242 - Automotive Electricity II (4 CR.)
Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols, and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments, gauges, and accessories. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AUT 241 .
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AUT 245 - Automotive Electronics (4 CR.)
Introduces field of electronics as it applies to the modern automobile. Emphasizes basic circuit operation, diagnosis, and repair of digital indicator and warning systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AUT 242 .
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AUT 265 - Automotive Braking Systems (4 CR.)
Presents operation, design, construction, repair, and servicing of braking systems, including Anti- Lock Brake Systems (ABS). Explains uses of tools and test equipment, evaluation of test results, and estimation of repair cost for power, standard, and disc brakes. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 266 - Auto Alignment, Suspension, and Steering (4 CR.)
Introduces use of alignment equipment in diagnosing, adjusting, and repairing front and rear suspensions. Deals with repair and servicing of power and standard steering systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 285 - Automotive Service and Practical Applications Capstone (4 CR.)
Provides practice with technical and workplace skills in an automotive shop environment where diagnosis, repair, quality control, and service learning come together. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 297 - Cooperative Education (2 CR.)
Supervises in on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms, coordinated by the college’s cooperative education office. Is applicable to all occupational- technical curricula at the discretion of the college.
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BIO ___ - Elective (3 CR.)
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BIO 101 - General Biology I (4 CR.)
Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage, and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence. This is a Passport Transfer Course. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 111 and MTH 154 or completion of EDE 10 and MDE 10 .
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BIO 102 - General Biology II (4 CR.)
Focuses on diversity of life, anatomy and physiology of organisms, and ecosystem organization and processes in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 .
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BIO 110 - General Botany (4 CR.)
Emphasizes plant life cycles, anatomy, morphology, taxonomy, and evolution. Considers the principles of genetics, ecology, and physiology. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 120 - General Zoology (4 CR.)
Presents basic biological principles, and emphasizes structure, physiology, and evolutionary relationships of invertebrates and vertebrates. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 141 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 CR.)
Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. This course is part I of a two part series. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111.
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BIO 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 CR.)
Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. This course is the second in a two part series. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 141 or division approval.Corequisite(s): Demonstration of NAS 2 concepts of Chemical Concepts, Cytology, and Inheritance through NAS 2 completion; or assessment; or module completion; or equivalent.
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BIO 145 - Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 CR.)
Introduces basic human anatomy and physiology. Covers basic chemical concepts, cellular structure and physiology, and anatomy and physiology of human organ systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 147 - Basic Laboratory Calculations for Biotechnology (1 CR.)
Prepares students to work effectively in a scientific laboratory through instruction of the metric system, scientific notation, exponents, solution making, pH readings, and the creation of standard curves for data analysis. Focus will be on quantitative skills needed to perform most basic laboratory work. Skills will be practiced and reinforced through application-based problems and hands-on activities. Laboratory 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): program placement, coenrollment in BIO 250 , or Biotechnology program head permission.
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BIO 150 - Introductory Microbiology (4 CR.)
Studies the general characteristics of microorganisms. Emphasizes their relationships to individual and community health. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or BIO 141 .
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BIO 165 - Principles in Regulatory and Quality Environments for Biotechnology (2 CR.)
Prepares students to work effectively in a scientific field and explains the basics of the regulatory and quality environments encountered in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical field. Surveys the principles and practices used on a day-to-day basis in regulatory affairs and quality systems. Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): program placement, BIO 180 with a “C” or better or Biotechnology program head permission.
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BIO 180 - Introduction to Careers in Biotechnology (1 CR.)
Exposes the student to the field of biotechnology including possible future employment opportunities. Introduces the requirements to complete training and facilitates the student’s need in the construction of a student plan and educational goal. Lecture 1 hour per week.
Prerequisite(s): program placement or Biotechnology program head permission.
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BIO 205 - General Microbiology (4 CR.)
Examines morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, and control of microorganisms. Emphasizes application of microbiological techniques to selected fields. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 111 , CHM 112 , and two of the following: BIO 101 , BIO 102 , BIO 110 , BIO 120 , BIO 141 , BIO 142 , or division approval.
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BIO 206 - Cell Biology (4 CR.)
Introduces the ultrastructure and functions of cells. Emphasizes cell metabolism, cell division, and control of gene expression. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , CHM 111 .
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BIO 231 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 CR.)
Integrates the study of gross and microscopic anatomy with physiology, emphasizing the analysis and interpretation of physiological data. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 111 , CHM 112 , and two of the following: BIO 101 , BIO 102 , BIO 110 , BIO 120 , BIO 141 , BIO 142 , or division approval.
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BIO 232 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 CR.)
Integrates the study of gross and microscopic anatomy with physiology, emphasizing the analysis and interpretation of physiological data. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 231 or division approval.
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BIO 250 - Biotechnology Research Methods and Skills (3 CR.)
Provides students with knowledge and advanced laboratory skills needed for employment in the biotechnology industry. Focuses on use of basic and specialized lab equipment and techniques such as solution chemistry, cell culture, DNA extraction and analysis, and protein extraction and analysis. Emphasis is on lab safety, documentation, quality control, and use of standard operating procedures. Lecture 1 hour per week. Laboratory 6 hours per week. Total 7 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): program placed and coenrollment in BIO 253 .
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BIO 251 - Protein Applications in Biotechnology (4 CR.)
Prepares students to understand protein structure and function and teaches the laboratory skills needed to successfully work with proteins. Focuses on levels of protein structure and protein function. Includes common laboratory assays for protein synthesis, purification, detection, and quantification. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 250 and BIO 253 with a “C” or better.
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BIO 252 - Nucleic Acid Methods (4 CR.)
Provides students with advanced laboratory skills needed for employment in the biotechnology industry. Focuses on use of basic and specialized lab equipment and techniques such as solution chemistry, cell culture, DNA extraction and analysis, and protein extraction and analysis. Emphasizes lab safety, documentation, quality control, and use of standard operating procedures. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 250 and BIO 253 with a “C” or better.
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BIO 253 - Biotechnology Concepts (3 CR.)
Explores the growing field of biotechnology ranging from basic cellular and molecular biology concepts to both basic and advanced laboratory techniques. Emphasizes the application of biotechnology to medicine, agriculture, environmental science, and forensics. Includes discussion of the business, regulatory/legal, ethical, and societal issues of this topic as well as the growing field of bioinformatics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): program placed, BIO 101 with a “C” or better.
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BIO 254 - Capstone Seminar in Biotechnology (2 CR.)
Integrates principles, theories, and methods learned in prior courses in biotechnology. Promotes exposure to real-world experience through completion of group project(s) having a professional focus. Emphasizes collaboration, literature research, proposal development, and communication and presentation skills. Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): students must have completed 75% of their program requirements including BIO 147 , BIO 165 , BIO 180 , BIO 250 , and BIO 253 with a “C” or better, or Biotechnology program head permission.
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BIO 255 - Bioinformatics and Computer Applications in Biotechnology (2 CR.)
Covers basic computer concepts and Internet skills and uses a software suite, which includes word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software to demonstrate skills. Introduces students to basic online tools and resources to retrieve and analyze biological data, such as DNA, RNA, and protein sequences, structures, functions, pathways, and interactions. Includes hands-on sessions to allow students to become familiar with these resources and their navigation and applications. Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): program placement, BIO 250 and BIO 253 with a “C” or better, or Biotechnology program head permission.
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BIO 256 - General Genetics (4 CR.)
Explores the principles of genetics ranging from classical Mendelian inheritance to the most recent advances in the biochemical nature and function of the gene. Includes experimental design and statistical analysis. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): any two of the following courses: BIO 101 , BIO 102 , BIO 110 , BIO 120 , BIO 141 , BIO 142 , or division approval.
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BIO 270 - General Ecology (4 CR.)
Studies interrelationships between organisms and their natural and cultural environments with emphasis on populations, communities, and ecosystems. Lecture 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): any two of the following courses: BIO 101 , BIO 102 , BIO 110 , BIO 120 , or division approval.
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BIO 296 - On-site training in Biotechnology (3 CR.)
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BCS 140 - Introduction to Mass Media (3 CR.)
Studies the development of mass media communication, including the history and technological evolution of print and electronic media. Emphasizes mass communication in the United States. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): placement into ENG 111 .
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BLD 20 - Introduction to Plumbing (2 CR.)
Presents an introduction to the principles and practices of plumbing as related to light construction. Enables students to plan, prepare for, and install supply and waste lines, and install kitchen and bath fixtures. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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BLD 101 - Construction Management I (3 CR.)
Presents overviews of all phases of construction project management. Introduces students to philosophy, responsibilities, methodology, and techniques of the construction process. Introduces topics related to the construction and design industries, organizations, construction contracts, bidding procedures, insurance, taxes, bonding, cost accounting, and business methods including basic computer usage, safety, and general project management procedures. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 102 - Construction Management II (3 CR.)
Emphasizes advanced management techniques and methodology. Includes engineering economics, accounting principles, life cycle costing, value engineering, systems analysis with computer applications, work improvement, quality control, and a broad overview of the construction management profession. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 110 - Introduction to Construction (3 CR.)
Covers basic knowledge and requirements needed in the construction trades. Introduces use of tools and equipment, with emphasis on construction safety, including personal and tool safety. Provides a working introduction to basic blueprint reading and fundamentals of construction mathematics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 115 - Building Codes (3 CR.)
Examines the building codes and standards applicable to building construction and inspection processes. Covers how to search, interpret and implement the Virginia Uniform State Wide Building Code. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 165 - Construction Field Operations (2 CR.)
Introduces areas of construction field management that relate directly to on-the-job requirements of construction operations viewed from the construction superintendent’s standpoint. Includes theories of project management and field supervision; utilization of equipment, labor, and material; construction site development; requirements of field scheduling; management input requirements; job recording and documentation; and supervision responsibility. May include field trips to project sites. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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BLD 200 - Sustainable Construction (2 CR.)
Teaches students the specialized construction management best practices that must be utilized when managing a sustainable project. Course will include industry standards for green construction as identified by popular building rating systems. Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BLD 101 plus BLD 165 or instructor’s permission.
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BLD 215 - OSHA 30 Construction Safety (2 CR.)
Covers all topics included in the OSHA 30- hour course. Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): OSHA 10 certification or department approval.
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BLD 231 - Construction Estimating I (3 CR.)
Focuses on materials take-off and computing quantities from working drawings and specifications. Includes methods for computing quantities of concrete, steel, masonry, roofing, and excavation. Deals with pricing building components, materials and processes, as well as transportation and handling costs, mark-up discount procedures, equipment cost, and labor rates. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 232 - Construction Estimating II (3 CR.)
Presents an introduction to computer programs for construction estimating. Produces a cost estimate for a major project with the aid of a computer program. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BLD 231 .
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BLD 241 - Construction Management III (3 CR.)
Presents fundamentals of construction supervision including responsibilities of the construction superintendent, operations manager, general superintendent and project engineer, with factors relating to their work and that of their subordinates, aspects of job leadership, and effective human relations as related to efficient supervision. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 242 - Construction Management IV (3 CR.)
Presents a comprehensive overview of all aspects of construction law and labor relations, exposing the students to responsibilities and requirements. Includes history of labor relations in the United States, trade unionism, federal labor laws and their direct effect on construction, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) laws, and regulations that apply. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 247 - Construction Planning and Scheduling (3 CR.)
Introduces principles of planning and scheduling of a construction project. Includes sequence of events and processes on a construction site. Studies scheduling techniques including the critical path method. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BLD 249 - Carpentry II (3 CR.)
Presents advanced concepts of carpentry as they relate to residential/light construction, including theoretical and practical applications. Covers advanced framing techniques, finish and trim systems, and calculations commonly required in all phases of light construction. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 100 - Introduction to Business (3 CR.)
A satisfactory placement score for ENG 111 is strongly recommended. Presents a broad introduction to the functioning of business enterprise within the U.S. economic framework. Introduces economic systems, essential elements of business organization, production, human resource management, marketing, finance, and risk management. Develops business vocabulary. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 111 - Principles of Supervision I (3 CR.)
Teaches the fundamentals of supervision, including the primary responsibilities of the supervisor. Introduces factors relating to the work of supervisor and subordinates. Covers aspects of leadership, job management, work improvement, training and orientation, performance evaluation, and effective employee/supervisor relationships. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 116 - Entrepreneurship (3 CR.)
Presents the various steps considered necessary when going into business. Includes areas such as product-service analysis, market research evaluation, setting up books, ways to finance startup, operations of the business, development of business plans, buyouts versus starting from scratch, and franchising. Uses problems and cases to demonstrate implementation of these techniques. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 117 - Leadership Development (3 CR.)
Covers interpersonal relations in hierarchical structures. Examines the dynamics of teamwork, motivation, handling change and conflict, and how to achieve positive results through others. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 121 - Business Mathematics I (3 CR.)
Applies mathematical operations to business processes and problems. Reviews operations, equations, percents, sales and property taxes, insurance, checkbook and cash records, wage and payroll computations, depreciation, overhead, inventory turnover and valuation, financial statements, ratio analysis, commercial discounts, markup, and markdown. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 125 - Applied Business Mathematics (3 CR.)
Applies mathematical operations to business process and problems such as wages and payroll, sales and property taxes, checkbook records and bank reconciliation, depreciation, overhead, distribution of profit and loss in partnerships, distribution of corporate dividends, commercial discounts, markup, markdown, simple interest, present values, bank discount notes, multiple payment plans, compound interest, annuities, sinking funds, and amortization. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 165 - Small Business Management (3 CR.)
Identifies management concerns unique to small business. Introduces the requirements necessary to initiate a small business, and identifies the elements comprising a business plan. Presents information establishing financial and administrative controls, developing a marketing strategy, managing business operations, and the legal and government relationships specific to small businesses. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 200 - Principles of Management (3 CR.)
Teaches management and the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Focuses on application of management principles to realistic situations managers encounter as they attempt to achieve organizational objectives. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 201 - Organizational Behavior (3 CR.)
Presents a behaviorally oriented course combining the functions of management with the psychology of leading and managing people. Focuses on the effective use of human resources through understanding human motivation and behavior patterns, conflict management and resolution, group functioning and process, the psychology of decision-making, and the importance of recognizing and managing change. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 202 - Applied Management Principles (3 CR.)
Focuses on management practices and issues. May use case studies and/or management decision models to analyze problems in developing and implementing a business strategy while creating and maintaining competitive advantage. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 200 .
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BUS 204 - Project Management (3 CR.)
Provides students with knowledge of essential skills and techniques necessary to lead or participate in projects assigned to managerial personnel. Covers time and task scheduling, resource management, problem solving strategies, and other areas related to managing a project. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 205 - Human Resource Management (3 CR.)
Introduces employment, recruitment, selection, and placement of personnel, forecasting, job analysis, job descriptions, training methods and programs, employee evaluation systems, compensation, benefits, and labor relations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 208 - Quality and Productivity Management (3 CR.)
Focuses on the key quality improvement concepts regarding products and services, customers and suppliers, and systems and processes that make quality a part of the work life of an organization. Emphasizes the role of teams, including team meeting skills and techniques, and a variety of quality-improvement tools, such as flowcharts, run charts, Pareto diagrams, cause and effect diagrams, evaluation matrices, and implementation roadmaps. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 212 - Disaster Recovery Planning for Managers (3 CR.)
Covers developing a plan for an organization to get computer operations back to their pre-existing state as soon as possible after a disaster. Covers documenting existing technology and the complete steps in the disaster recovery process. Emphasis on policies and procedures to prevent the loss of data and elimination of system downtime. Includes the completion of a disaster recovery plan for an organization and/or department. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 220 - Introduction to Business Statistics (3 CR.)
Introduces statistics as a tool in decision-making. Emphasizes ability to collect, present, and analyze data. Employs measures of central tendency and dispersion, statistical inference, index numbers, probability theory, and time series analysis. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 221 - Business Statistics I (3 CR.)
Focuses on statistical methodology in the collection, organization, presentation, and analysis of data; concentrates on measures of central tendency, dispersion, probability concepts and distribution, sampling, statistical estimation, normal and T distribution, and hypotheses for means and proportions. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 161 or higher.
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BUS 222 - Business Statistics II (3 CR.)
Continues study of inferential statistics and application of statistical techniques and methodology in business. Includes analysis of variance, regression, and correlation measurement of business and economic activity through the use of index numbers, trend, cyclical, and seasonal effects and the Chi-square distribution and other nonparametric techniques. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 221 or division approval.
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BUS 224 - Statistical Analysis for Business (4 CR.)
Discusses the business statistics topics typically covered in business degree programs. Covers frequency distributions, descriptive measures, probability concepts, probability distributions, sampling, hypotheses testing for means and proportions, Chi-square distribution, simple linear regression and briefly, multiple linear regression. Lecture 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of MTH 161 with a C or higher.
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BUS 226 - Computer Business Applications (3 CR.)
Provides a practical application of software packages including spreadsheets, word processing, database management, and presentation graphics. Includes the use of programs in accounting techniques, word processing, and management science application. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): keyboarding competence.
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BUS 241 - Business Law I (3 CR.)
Develops a basic understanding of the U.S. legal environment. Introduces property and contract law, agency and partnership liability, and government regulatory law. Students will be able to apply these legal principles to landlord/tenant disputes, consumer rights issues, employment relationships, and other business transactions. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 242 - Business Law II (3 CR.)
Focuses on business organization and dissolution, bankruptcy, and Uniform Commercial Code. Introduces international law and the emerging fields of e-commerce and Internet law. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 260 - Planning for Small Business (3 CR.)
Provides knowledge of the development of a business plan, which can be used to acquire capital and serve as a management guide. Combines knowledge that has been acquired in the areas of planning, management, and finance using pro forma statements and marketing. Covers Internet searching techniques. Recommended as a capstone course. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 265 - Ethical Issues in Management (3 CR.)
Examines the legal, ethical, and social responsibilities of management. May use cases to develop the ability to think and act responsibly. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 270 - Interpersonal Dynamics in the Business Organization (3 CR.)
Focuses on intra-and interpersonal effectiveness in the business organization. Includes topics such as planning and running effective meetings, networking and politicking, coaching and mentoring, making effective and ethical decisions, developing interpersonal skills that are essential to effective managers, and to improve skills in verbal, non-verbal, and written communication. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 280 - Introduction to International Business (3 CR.)
Studies the problems, challenges, and opportunities that arise when business operations or organizations transcend national boundaries. Examines the functions of international business in the economy, international and transnational marketing, production, and financial operations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 297 - Cooperative Education (3 CR.)
Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business and government organizations. Applicable to all curricula at the discretion of the College. See eligibility requirements under “Cooperative Education,” included with the “Academic Information and Policies” section. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hrs. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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CHM 101 - Introductory Chemistry I (4 CR.)
Designed for the non-science major. Emphasizes experimental and theoretical aspects of inorganic, organic, and biological chemistry. Discusses general chemistry concepts as they apply to issues within our society and environment. This is a Passport Transfer Course. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 111 and MTH 154 or completion of EDE 10 and MDE 10 .
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CHM 111 - General Chemistry I (4 CR.)
Requires a strong background in mathematics. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Explores the fundamental laws, theories, and mathematical concepts of chemistry. This is a Passport Transfer Course. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 111 and MTH 161 .
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CHM 112 - General Chemistry II (4 CR.)
Requires a strong background in mathematics. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Explores the fundamental laws, theories, and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of CHM 111 with a grade of C or higher.
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CHM 241 - Organic Chemistry I (3 CR.)
Introduces fundamental chemistry of carbon compounds, including structures, physical properties, syntheses and typical reactions. Emphasizes reaction mechanisms. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 with a grade of C or higher and a satisfactory placement score for ENG 111 .
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CHM 242 - Organic Chemistry II (3 CR.)
Introduces fundamental chemistry of carbon compounds, including structures, physical properties, syntheses, and typical reactions. Emphasizes reaction mechanisms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 241 with grade of C or higher or equivalent and eligible for ENG 111 .
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CHM 245 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (2 CR.)
Includes qualitative organic analysis. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 with a grade of C or better.Corequisite(s): CHM 241 .
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CHM 246 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (2 CR.)
Introduces various methods and procedures used in present day organic laboratories. Covers the general techniques, organic synthesis, and the use of common spectroscopic instrumentation; synthesizing a variety of compounds; and analyzing the products through physical properties and spectroscopy. Part II of II. Lecture 1 contact hour. Lab 3 contact hours. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 245 . Corequisite(s): CHM 242 .
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CHM 260 - Introductory Biochemistry (3 CR.)
Explores fundamentals of biological chemistry. Includes study of macromolecules, metabolic pathways, and biochemical genetics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 .
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CHD 118 - Language Arts for Young Children (3 CR.)
Emphasizes the early development of children’s language and literacy skills. Presents techniques and methods for supporting all aspects of early literacy. Surveys children’s literature, and examines elements of promoting oral literacy, print awareness, phonological awareness, alphabetic principle, quality storytelling, and story reading. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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CHD 119 - Introduction to Reading Methods (3 CR.)
Focuses on promoting language and literacy skills as the foundation for emergent reading. Emphasizes phonetic awareness and alphabetic principles, print awareness and concepts, comprehension, and early reading and writing. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Corequisite(s): ENG 111 and functional literacy in the English language; reading at the 12th grade level.
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CHD 120 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3 CR.)
Introduces early childhood development through activities and experiences in early childhood, prekindergarten, kindergarten, and primary programs. Investigates classroom organization and procedures, and use of classroom time and materials, approaches to education for young children, professionalism, and curricular procedures. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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